Is Kuala Lumpur more expensive than Windhoek?

Kuala Lumpur is 0.5% cheaper than Windhoek overall. Rent is 4.9% lower, groceries 19.7% more expensive, and restaurants 23.0% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Windhoek or Kuala Lumpur?

Windhoek has a purchasing power index of 69.6 while Kuala Lumpur has 116.0 (NYC = 100). Kuala Lumpur offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇳🇦 Windhoek vs 🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur

2026

Kuala Lumpur is 0.5% cheaper

Category	🇳🇦 Windhoek	🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur	Difference
Cost of Living	38.3	38.1	-0.5%
Rent	14.4	13.7	-4.9%
Groceries	38.5	46.1	+19.7%
Restaurants	38.3	29.5	-23.0%
Purchasing Power	69.6	116.0	+66.7%

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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