Is Sliema more expensive than St. John's?

Sliema is 0.2% cheaper than St. John's overall. Rent is 87.6% higher, groceries 14.7% cheaper, and restaurants 11.6% more expensive.

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

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

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇦 St. John's vs 🇲🇹 Sliema

2026

Sliema is 0.2% cheaper

Category	🇨🇦 St. John's	🇲🇹 Sliema	Difference
Cost of Living	63.9	63.8	-0.2%
Rent	21.8	40.9	+87.6%
Groceries	76.2	65.0	-14.7%
Restaurants	62.0	69.2	+11.6%
Purchasing Power	114.6	63.8	-44.3%

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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