Is Medellin more expensive than Novi Sad?

Medellin is 0.7% more expensive than Novi Sad overall. Rent is 66.7% higher, groceries 9.8% more expensive, and restaurants 14.1% cheaper.

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

Novi Sad has a purchasing power index of 80.9 while Medellin has 35.9 (NYC = 100). Novi Sad offers better purchasing power.

Novi Sad vs Medellin: Medellin is 0.7% more expensive, rent 67% higher (2026)

Category	🇷🇸 Novi Sad	🇨🇴 Medellin	Difference
Cost of Living	28.7	28.9	+0.7%
Rent	12.0	20.0	+66.7%
Groceries	43.8	48.1	+9.8%
Restaurants	48.3	41.5	-14.1%
Purchasing Power	80.9	35.9	-55.6%

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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