Is St. John's more expensive than Sliema?

St. John's is 0.2% more expensive than Sliema overall. Rent is 46.7% lower, groceries 17.2% more expensive, and restaurants 10.4% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Sliema or St. John's?

Sliema has a purchasing power index of 63.8 while St. John's has 114.6 (NYC = 100). St. John's offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇹 Sliema vs 🇨🇦 St. John's

2026

St. John's is 0.2% more expensive

Category	🇲🇹 Sliema	🇨🇦 St. John's	Difference
Cost of Living	63.8	63.9	+0.2%
Rent	40.9	21.8	-46.7%
Groceries	65.0	76.2	+17.2%
Restaurants	69.2	62.0	-10.4%
Purchasing Power	63.8	114.6	+79.6%

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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