Is Pretoria more expensive than Johannesburg?

Pretoria is 13.6% cheaper than Johannesburg overall. Rent is 7.7% lower, groceries 11.6% cheaper, and restaurants 17.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Johannesburg or Pretoria?

Johannesburg has a purchasing power index of 114.0 while Pretoria has 98.4 (NYC = 100). Johannesburg offers better purchasing power.

Johannesburg vs Pretoria: Pretoria is 13.6% cheaper, rent 8% lower (2026)

Category	🇿🇦 Johannesburg	🇿🇦 Pretoria	Difference
Cost of Living	30.2	26.1	-13.6%
Rent	13.0	12.0	-7.7%
Groceries	38.0	33.6	-11.6%
Restaurants	41.8	34.6	-17.2%
Purchasing Power	114.0	98.4	-13.7%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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