Is Lima more expensive than Ulaanbaatar?

Lima is 0.6% more expensive than Ulaanbaatar overall. Rent is 22.0% lower, groceries 3.4% more expensive, and restaurants 7.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ulaanbaatar or Lima?

Ulaanbaatar has a purchasing power index of 45.4 while Lima has 51.4 (NYC = 100). Lima offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar vs 🇵🇪 Lima

2026

Lima is 0.6% more expensive

Category	🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar	🇵🇪 Lima	Difference
Cost of Living	34.5	34.7	+0.6%
Rent	16.8	13.1	-22.0%
Groceries	37.7	39.0	+3.4%
Restaurants	26.7	28.8	+7.9%
Purchasing Power	45.4	51.4	+13.2%

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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