Is Guayaquil more expensive than Mersin?

Guayaquil is 0.5% more expensive than Mersin overall. Rent is 20.2% higher, groceries 8.7% cheaper, and restaurants 16.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Mersin or Guayaquil?

Mersin has a purchasing power index of 63.7 while Guayaquil has 46.5 (NYC = 100). Mersin offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇹🇷 Mersin vs 🇪🇨 Guayaquil

2026

Guayaquil is 0.5% more expensive

Category	🇹🇷 Mersin	🇪🇨 Guayaquil	Difference
Cost of Living	36.6	36.8	+0.5%
Rent	9.4	11.3	+20.2%
Groceries	39.1	35.7	-8.7%
Restaurants	30.7	35.7	+16.3%
Purchasing Power	63.7	46.5	-27.0%

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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