Is Baku more expensive than Penang?

Baku is 0.3% more expensive than Penang overall. Rent is 41.8% higher, groceries 21.5% cheaper, and restaurants 58.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Penang or Baku?

Penang has a purchasing power index of 82.4 while Baku has 46.9 (NYC = 100). Penang offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇾 Penang vs 🇦🇿 Baku

2026

Baku is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇲🇾 Penang	🇦🇿 Baku	Difference
Cost of Living	34.1	34.2	+0.3%
Rent	7.9	11.2	+41.8%
Groceries	44.7	35.1	-21.5%
Restaurants	23.6	37.4	+58.5%
Purchasing Power	82.4	46.9	-43.1%

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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