Is Surrey more expensive than Knoxville?

Surrey is 0.2% more expensive than Knoxville overall. Rent is 8.7% lower, groceries 2.7% cheaper, and restaurants 12.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Knoxville or Surrey?

Knoxville has a purchasing power index of 127.2 while Surrey has 115.6 (NYC = 100). Knoxville offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Knoxville vs 🇨🇦 Surrey

2026

Surrey is 0.2% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Knoxville	🇨🇦 Surrey	Difference
Cost of Living	66.2	66.3	+0.2%
Rent	37.9	34.6	-8.7%
Groceries	73.7	71.7	-2.7%
Restaurants	67.5	58.9	-12.7%
Purchasing Power	127.2	115.6	-9.1%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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