Is Medellin more expensive than Muscat?

Medellin is 0.8% more expensive than Muscat overall. Rent is 44.9% higher, groceries 11.2% more expensive, and restaurants 4.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Muscat or Medellin?

Muscat has a purchasing power index of 95.5 while Medellin has 33.8 (NYC = 100). Muscat offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇴🇲 Muscat vs 🇨🇴 Medellin

2026

Medellin is 0.8% more expensive

Category	🇴🇲 Muscat	🇨🇴 Medellin	Difference
Cost of Living	48.3	48.7	+0.8%
Rent	15.6	22.6	+44.9%
Groceries	48.9	54.4	+11.2%
Restaurants	42.8	41.0	-4.2%
Purchasing Power	95.5	33.8	-64.6%

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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