Is Almaty more expensive than Sao Paulo?

Almaty is 0.5% more expensive than Sao Paulo overall. Rent is 6.2% higher, groceries 4.0% more expensive, and restaurants 11.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Sao Paulo or Almaty?

Sao Paulo has a purchasing power index of 57.4 while Almaty has 52.7 (NYC = 100). Sao Paulo offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇧🇷 Sao Paulo vs 🇰🇿 Almaty

2026

Almaty is 0.5% more expensive

Category	🇧🇷 Sao Paulo	🇰🇿 Almaty	Difference
Cost of Living	41.5	41.7	+0.5%
Rent	16.2	17.2	+6.2%
Groceries	42.2	43.9	+4.0%
Restaurants	39.4	44.1	+11.9%
Purchasing Power	57.4	52.7	-8.2%

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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