Is Antwerp more expensive than Malmo?

Antwerp is 0.0% cheaper than Malmo overall. Rent is 0.9% lower, groceries 5.7% more expensive, and restaurants 25.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Malmo or Antwerp?

Malmo has a purchasing power index of 130.0 while Antwerp has 123.8 (NYC = 100). Malmo offers better purchasing power.

Malmo vs Antwerp: Antwerp is 0.0% cheaper, rent 1% lower (2026)

Category	🇸🇪 Malmo	🇧🇪 Antwerp	Difference
Cost of Living	44.9	44.9	0.0%
Rent	22.8	22.6	-0.9%
Groceries	66.2	70.0	+5.7%
Restaurants	71.3	89.4	+25.4%
Purchasing Power	130.0	123.8	-4.8%

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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