Is Tijuana more expensive than Shenzhen?

Tijuana is 0.3% cheaper than Shenzhen overall. Rent is 5.9% lower, groceries 3.8% more expensive, and restaurants 80.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Shenzhen or Tijuana?

Shenzhen has a purchasing power index of 110.0 while Tijuana has 57.9 (NYC = 100). Shenzhen offers better purchasing power.

Shenzhen vs Tijuana: Tijuana is 0.3% cheaper, rent 6% lower (2026)

Category	🇨🇳 Shenzhen	🇲🇽 Tijuana	Difference
Cost of Living	31.7	31.6	-0.3%
Rent	18.6	17.5	-5.9%
Groceries	44.2	45.9	+3.8%
Restaurants	26.6	47.9	+80.1%
Purchasing Power	110.0	57.9	-47.4%

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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