Is Phuket more expensive than Santo Domingo?

Phuket is 0.2% more expensive than Santo Domingo overall. Rent is 44.0% higher, groceries 17.9% more expensive, and restaurants 22.8% cheaper.

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

Santo Domingo has a purchasing power index of 40.3 while Phuket has 30.2 (NYC = 100). Santo Domingo offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇩🇴 Santo Domingo vs 🇹🇭 Phuket

2026

Phuket is 0.2% more expensive

Category	🇩🇴 Santo Domingo	🇹🇭 Phuket	Difference
Cost of Living	41.3	41.4	+0.2%
Rent	15.0	21.6	+44.0%
Groceries	42.4	50.0	+17.9%
Restaurants	40.3	31.1	-22.8%
Purchasing Power	40.3	30.2	-25.1%

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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