Is Belo Horizonte more expensive than Quito?

Belo Horizonte is 0.3% more expensive than Quito overall. Rent is 0.0% lower, groceries 7.9% cheaper, and restaurants 15.5% cheaper.

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

Quito has a purchasing power index of 49.3 while Belo Horizonte has 49.4 (NYC = 100). Belo Horizonte offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇨 Quito vs 🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte

2026

Belo Horizonte is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇪🇨 Quito	🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte	Difference
Cost of Living	34.9	35.0	+0.3%
Rent	10.5	10.5	0.0%
Groceries	36.7	33.8	-7.9%
Restaurants	37.4	31.6	-15.5%
Purchasing Power	49.3	49.4	+0.2%

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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