Is Belo Horizonte more expensive than Penang?

Belo Horizonte is 0.6% more expensive than Penang overall. Rent is 23.8% higher, groceries 25.2% cheaper, and restaurants 23.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Penang or Belo Horizonte?

Penang has a purchasing power index of 85.5 while Belo Horizonte has 44.5 (NYC = 100). Penang offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇾 Penang vs 🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte

2026

Belo Horizonte is 0.6% more expensive

Category	🇲🇾 Penang	🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte	Difference
Cost of Living	33.6	33.8	+0.6%
Rent	8.0	9.9	+23.8%
Groceries	42.5	31.8	-25.2%
Restaurants	23.9	29.5	+23.4%
Purchasing Power	85.5	44.5	-48.0%

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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