Is Szczecin more expensive than Makati?

Szczecin is 1.1% more expensive than Makati overall. Rent is 32.5% lower, groceries 8.8% cheaper, and restaurants 33.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Makati or Szczecin?

Makati has a purchasing power index of 37.1 while Szczecin has 106.4 (NYC = 100). Szczecin offers better purchasing power.

Makati vs Szczecin: Szczecin is 1.1% more expensive, rent 33% lower (2026)

Category	🇵🇭 Makati	🇵🇱 Szczecin	Difference
Cost of Living	27.8	28.1	+1.1%
Rent	21.2	14.3	-32.5%
Groceries	42.0	38.3	-8.8%
Restaurants	31.9	42.6	+33.5%
Purchasing Power	37.1	106.4	+186.8%

Data from 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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