Is Durban more expensive than Cape Town?

Durban is 15.0% cheaper than Cape Town overall. Rent is 48.5% lower, groceries 12.8% cheaper, and restaurants 24.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Cape Town or Durban?

Cape Town has a purchasing power index of 102.8 while Durban has 104.4 (NYC = 100). Durban offers better purchasing power.

Comparação de Custo de Vida · 2026

🇿🇦 Cape Town vs 🇿🇦 Durban

2026

Durban é 15.0% mais barato

Categoria	🇿🇦 Cape Town	🇿🇦 Durban	Diferença
Custo de Vida	40.0	34.0	-15.0%
Renda	20.6	10.6	-48.5%
Supermercado	35.8	31.2	-12.8%
Restaurantes	39.2	29.5	-24.7%
Poder de Compra	102.8	104.4	+1.6%

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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