Is Windhoek more expensive than Kuala Lumpur?

Windhoek is 0.5% more expensive than Kuala Lumpur overall. Rent is 5.1% higher, groceries 16.5% cheaper, and restaurants 29.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Kuala Lumpur or Windhoek?

Kuala Lumpur has a purchasing power index of 116.0 while Windhoek has 69.6 (NYC = 100). Kuala Lumpur offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur vs 🇳🇦 Windhoek

2026

Windhoek is 0.5% more expensive

Category	🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur	🇳🇦 Windhoek	Difference
Cost of Living	38.1	38.3	+0.5%
Rent	13.7	14.4	+5.1%
Groceries	46.1	38.5	-16.5%
Restaurants	29.5	38.3	+29.8%
Purchasing Power	116.0	69.6	-40.0%

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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