Is Sydney more expensive than Luxembourg?

Sydney is 1.2% cheaper than Luxembourg overall. Rent is 11.7% higher, groceries 20.1% more expensive, and restaurants 20.4% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Luxembourg or Sydney?

Luxembourg has a purchasing power index of 151.5 while Sydney has 111.3 (NYC = 100). Luxembourg offers better purchasing power.

Luxembourg vs Sydney: Sydney is 1.2% cheaper, rent 12% higher (2026)

Category	🇱🇺 Luxembourg	🇦🇺 Sydney	Difference
Cost of Living	67.9	67.1	-1.2%
Rent	50.5	56.4	+11.7%
Groceries	75.5	90.7	+20.1%
Restaurants	95.7	76.2	-20.4%
Purchasing Power	151.5	111.3	-26.5%

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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