Is San Juan more expensive than Vancouver?

San Juan is 1.9% more expensive than Vancouver overall. Rent is 25.6% lower, groceries 0.0% cheaper, and restaurants 11.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Vancouver or San Juan?

Vancouver has a purchasing power index of 121.3 while San Juan has 98.2 (NYC = 100). Vancouver offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇦 Vancouver vs 🇵🇷 San Juan

2026

San Juan is 1.9% more expensive

Category	🇨🇦 Vancouver	🇵🇷 San Juan	Difference
Cost of Living	68.6	69.9	+1.9%
Rent	44.1	32.8	-25.6%
Groceries	80.8	80.8	0.0%
Restaurants	68.4	60.5	-11.5%
Purchasing Power	121.3	98.2	-19.0%

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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