Is Makati more expensive than Santo Domingo?

Makati is 0.7% cheaper than Santo Domingo overall. Rent is 45.2% higher, groceries 5.8% more expensive, and restaurants 22.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Santo Domingo or Makati?

Santo Domingo has a purchasing power index of 41.1 while Makati has 37.1 (NYC = 100). Santo Domingo offers better purchasing power.

Santo Domingo vs Makati: Makati is 0.7% cheaper, rent 45% higher (2026)

Category	🇩🇴 Santo Domingo	🇵🇭 Makati	Difference
Cost of Living	27.9	27.7	-0.7%
Rent	14.6	21.2	+45.2%
Groceries	39.7	42.0	+5.8%
Restaurants	41.2	31.9	-22.6%
Purchasing Power	41.1	37.1	-9.7%

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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