Is Sliema more expensive than St. John's?

Sliema is 0.3% more expensive than St. John's overall. Rent is 85.8% higher, groceries 11.9% cheaper, and restaurants 15.4% more expensive.

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

St. John's has a purchasing power index of 127.6 while Sliema has 69.0 (NYC = 100). St. John's offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇦 St. John's vs 🇲🇹 Sliema

2026

Sliema is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇨🇦 St. John's	🇲🇹 Sliema	Difference
Cost of Living	62.3	62.5	+0.3%
Rent	21.1	39.2	+85.8%
Groceries	70.8	62.4	-11.9%
Restaurants	62.5	72.1	+15.4%
Purchasing Power	127.6	69.0	-45.9%

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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