Is Addis Ababa more expensive than Recife?

Addis Ababa is 0.5% more expensive than Recife overall. Rent is 86.3% higher, groceries 43.4% more expensive, and restaurants 20.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Recife or Addis Ababa?

Recife has a purchasing power index of 36.6 while Addis Ababa has 12.4 (NYC = 100). Recife offers better purchasing power.

Recife vs Addis Ababa: Addis Ababa is 0.5% more expensive, rent 86% higher (2026)

Category	🇧🇷 Recife	🇪🇹 Addis Ababa	Difference
Cost of Living	20.6	20.7	+0.5%
Rent	10.2	19.0	+86.3%
Groceries	28.6	41.0	+43.4%
Restaurants	33.4	26.5	-20.7%
Purchasing Power	36.6	12.4	-66.1%

Data from March – 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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