Is Porto Alegre more expensive than Phnom Penh?

Porto Alegre is 0.5% cheaper than Phnom Penh overall. Rent is 33.8% lower, groceries 22.3% cheaper, and restaurants 10.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Phnom Penh or Porto Alegre?

Phnom Penh has a purchasing power index of 23.6 while Porto Alegre has 44.9 (NYC = 100). Porto Alegre offers better purchasing power.

Phnom Penh vs Porto Alegre: Porto Alegre is 0.5% cheaper, rent 34% lower (2026)

Category	🇰🇭 Phnom Penh	🇧🇷 Porto Alegre	Difference
Cost of Living	21.4	21.3	-0.5%
Rent	13.6	9.0	-33.8%
Groceries	44.3	34.4	-22.3%
Restaurants	31.8	35.2	+10.7%
Purchasing Power	23.6	44.9	+90.3%

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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