Is Porto more expensive than Tirana?

Porto is 0.2% more expensive than Tirana overall. Rent is 58.0% higher, groceries 3.8% cheaper, and restaurants 2.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Tirana or Porto?

Tirana has a purchasing power index of 49.8 while Porto has 75.1 (NYC = 100). Porto offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇦🇱 Tirana vs 🇵🇹 Porto

2026

Porto is 0.2% more expensive

Category	🇦🇱 Tirana	🇵🇹 Porto	Difference
Cost of Living	49.2	49.3	+0.2%
Rent	17.4	27.5	+58.0%
Groceries	49.5	47.6	-3.8%
Restaurants	47.0	48.2	+2.6%
Purchasing Power	49.8	75.1	+50.8%

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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