Is Medellin more expensive than Novi Sad?

Medellin is 0.4% more expensive than Novi Sad overall. Rent is 78.0% higher, groceries 14.3% more expensive, and restaurants 15.8% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Novi Sad or Medellin?

Novi Sad has a purchasing power index of 72.9 while Medellin has 33.8 (NYC = 100). Novi Sad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇷🇸 Novi Sad vs 🇨🇴 Medellin

2026

Medellin is 0.4% more expensive

Category	🇷🇸 Novi Sad	🇨🇴 Medellin	Difference
Cost of Living	48.5	48.7	+0.4%
Rent	12.7	22.6	+78.0%
Groceries	47.6	54.4	+14.3%
Restaurants	48.7	41.0	-15.8%
Purchasing Power	72.9	33.8	-53.6%

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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