Is San Salvador more expensive than Osaka?

San Salvador is 0.2% more expensive than Osaka overall. Rent is 32.2% higher, groceries 4.4% cheaper, and restaurants 24.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Osaka or San Salvador?

Osaka has a purchasing power index of 119.9 while San Salvador has 21.2 (NYC = 100). Osaka offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇯🇵 Osaka vs 🇸🇻 San Salvador

2026

San Salvador is 0.2% more expensive

Category	🇯🇵 Osaka	🇸🇻 San Salvador	Difference
Cost of Living	43.9	44.0	+0.2%
Rent	17.1	22.6	+32.2%
Groceries	54.0	51.6	-4.4%
Restaurants	28.9	35.9	+24.2%
Purchasing Power	119.9	21.2	-82.3%

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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