Is Bologna more expensive than San Miguel de Allende?

Bologna is 0.3% more expensive than San Miguel de Allende overall. Rent is 5.2% higher, groceries 9.5% more expensive, and restaurants 46.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, San Miguel de Allende or Bologna?

San Miguel de Allende has a purchasing power index of 31.1 while Bologna has 87.3 (NYC = 100). Bologna offers better purchasing power.

San Miguel de Allende vs Bologna: Bologna is 0.3% more expensive, rent 5% higher (2026)

Category	🇲🇽 San Miguel de Allende	🇮🇹 Bologna	Difference
Cost of Living	38.9	39.0	+0.3%
Rent	25.1	26.4	+5.2%
Groceries	60.0	65.7	+9.5%
Restaurants	52.9	77.7	+46.9%
Purchasing Power	31.1	87.3	+180.7%

Data from 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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