Is Queretaro more expensive than Osaka?

Queretaro is 0.3% more expensive than Osaka overall. Rent is 1.8% higher, groceries 2.3% cheaper, and restaurants 69.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Osaka or Queretaro?

Osaka has a purchasing power index of 145.5 while Queretaro has 54.2 (NYC = 100). Osaka offers better purchasing power.

Osaka vs Queretaro: Queretaro is 0.3% more expensive, rent 2% higher (2026)

Category	🇯🇵 Osaka	🇲🇽 Queretaro	Difference
Cost of Living	32.0	32.1	+0.3%
Rent	17.0	17.3	+1.8%
Groceries	52.7	51.5	-2.3%
Restaurants	31.3	52.9	+69.0%
Purchasing Power	145.5	54.2	-62.7%

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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