Is Cape Town more expensive than Pretoria?

Cape Town is 0.9% more expensive than Pretoria overall. Rent is 89.6% higher, groceries 12.0% more expensive, and restaurants 21.8% more expensive.

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

Pretoria has a purchasing power index of 96.1 while Cape Town has 96.2 (NYC = 100). Cape Town offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇦 Pretoria vs 🇿🇦 Cape Town

2026

Cape Town is 0.9% more expensive

Category	🇿🇦 Pretoria	🇿🇦 Cape Town	Difference
Cost of Living	43.2	43.6	+0.9%
Rent	12.5	23.7	+89.6%
Groceries	36.7	41.1	+12.0%
Restaurants	33.9	41.3	+21.8%
Purchasing Power	96.1	96.2	+0.1%

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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