Is Ulaanbaatar more expensive than Suzhou?

Ulaanbaatar is 0.9% cheaper than Suzhou overall. Rent is 60.0% higher, groceries 6.6% more expensive, and restaurants 0.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Suzhou or Ulaanbaatar?

Suzhou has a purchasing power index of 112.6 while Ulaanbaatar has 42.1 (NYC = 100). Suzhou offers better purchasing power.

Suzhou vs Ulaanbaatar: Ulaanbaatar is 0.9% cheaper, rent 60% higher (2026)

Category	🇨🇳 Suzhou	🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar	Difference
Cost of Living	21.4	21.2	-0.9%
Rent	10.5	16.8	+60.0%
Groceries	37.9	40.4	+6.6%
Restaurants	28.8	29.0	+0.7%
Purchasing Power	112.6	42.1	-62.6%

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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