Is Guayaquil more expensive than Quito?

Guayaquil is 5.9% more expensive than Quito overall. Rent is 5.0% higher, groceries 5.5% cheaper, and restaurants 0.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Quito or Guayaquil?

Quito has a purchasing power index of 53.3 while Guayaquil has 47.0 (NYC = 100). Quito offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇨 Quito vs 🇪🇨 Guayaquil

2026

Guayaquil is 5.9% more expensive

Category	🇪🇨 Quito	🇪🇨 Guayaquil	Difference
Cost of Living	34.1	36.1	+5.9%
Rent	10.1	10.6	+5.0%
Groceries	36.6	34.6	-5.5%
Restaurants	34.2	34.3	+0.3%
Purchasing Power	53.3	47.0	-11.8%

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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