Is Kampala more expensive than Xi'an?

Kampala is 0.4% more expensive than Xi'an overall. Rent is 31.3% higher, groceries 12.8% cheaper, and restaurants 27.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Xi'an or Kampala?

Xi'an has a purchasing power index of 106.7 while Kampala has 18.1 (NYC = 100). Xi'an offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇳 Xi'an vs 🇺🇬 Kampala

2026

Kampala is 0.4% more expensive

Category	🇨🇳 Xi'an	🇺🇬 Kampala	Difference
Cost of Living	27.5	27.6	+0.4%
Rent	8.0	10.5	+31.3%
Groceries	33.5	29.2	-12.8%
Restaurants	17.7	22.6	+27.7%
Purchasing Power	106.7	18.1	-83.0%

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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