Is Cape Town more expensive than Pretoria?

Cape Town is 0.5% cheaper than Pretoria overall. Rent is 86.4% higher, groceries 9.0% more expensive, and restaurants 19.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Pretoria or Cape Town?

Pretoria has a purchasing power index of 95.4 while Cape Town has 89.9 (NYC = 100). Pretoria offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇦 Pretoria vs 🇿🇦 Cape Town

2026

Cape Town is 0.5% cheaper

Category	🇿🇦 Pretoria	🇿🇦 Cape Town	Difference
Cost of Living	43.2	43.0	-0.5%
Rent	12.5	23.3	+86.4%
Groceries	36.8	40.1	+9.0%
Restaurants	33.4	39.9	+19.5%
Purchasing Power	95.4	89.9	-5.8%

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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