Is Curitiba more expensive than Phnom Penh?

Curitiba is 0.5% more expensive than Phnom Penh overall. Rent is 30.1% lower, groceries 26.2% cheaper, and restaurants 17.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Phnom Penh or Curitiba?

Phnom Penh has a purchasing power index of 23.6 while Curitiba has 54.9 (NYC = 100). Curitiba offers better purchasing power.

Phnom Penh vs Curitiba: Curitiba is 0.5% more expensive, rent 30% lower (2026)

Category	🇰🇭 Phnom Penh	🇧🇷 Curitiba	Difference
Cost of Living	21.4	21.5	+0.5%
Rent	13.6	9.5	-30.1%
Groceries	44.3	32.7	-26.2%
Restaurants	31.8	37.3	+17.3%
Purchasing Power	23.6	54.9	+132.6%

Data from 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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