Is Medellin more expensive than Kaohsiung?

Medellin is 1.4% cheaper than Kaohsiung overall. Rent is 85.2% higher, groceries 24.3% cheaper, and restaurants 46.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Kaohsiung or Medellin?

Kaohsiung has a purchasing power index of 96.2 while Medellin has 35.9 (NYC = 100). Kaohsiung offers better purchasing power.

Kaohsiung vs Medellin: Medellin is 1.4% cheaper, rent 85% higher (2026)

Category	🇹🇼 Kaohsiung	🇨🇴 Medellin	Difference
Cost of Living	29.3	28.9	-1.4%
Rent	10.8	20.0	+85.2%
Groceries	63.5	48.1	-24.3%
Restaurants	28.4	41.5	+46.1%
Purchasing Power	96.2	35.9	-62.7%

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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