Is Phuket more expensive than Santo Domingo?

Phuket is 0.0% cheaper than Santo Domingo overall. Rent is 49.3% higher, groceries 16.1% more expensive, and restaurants 18.4% cheaper.

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

Santo Domingo has a purchasing power index of 38.7 while Phuket has 28.5 (NYC = 100). Santo Domingo offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇩🇴 Santo Domingo vs 🇹🇭 Phuket

2026

Phuket is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇩🇴 Santo Domingo	🇹🇭 Phuket	Difference
Cost of Living	41.2	41.2	0.0%
Rent	14.4	21.5	+49.3%
Groceries	41.7	48.4	+16.1%
Restaurants	40.2	32.8	-18.4%
Purchasing Power	38.7	28.5	-26.4%

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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