Is Kaohsiung more expensive than Medellin?

Kaohsiung is 1.4% more expensive than Medellin overall. Rent is 46.0% lower, groceries 32.0% more expensive, and restaurants 31.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Medellin or Kaohsiung?

Medellin has a purchasing power index of 35.9 while Kaohsiung has 96.2 (NYC = 100). Kaohsiung offers better purchasing power.

Medellin vs Kaohsiung: Kaohsiung is 1.4% more expensive, rent 46% lower (2026)

Category	🇨🇴 Medellin	🇹🇼 Kaohsiung	Difference
Cost of Living	28.9	29.3	+1.4%
Rent	20.0	10.8	-46.0%
Groceries	48.1	63.5	+32.0%
Restaurants	41.5	28.4	-31.6%
Purchasing Power	35.9	96.2	+168.0%

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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