Is Guayaquil more expensive than Cuenca?

Guayaquil is 18.8% more expensive than Cuenca overall. Rent is 12.8% higher, groceries 1.8% more expensive, and restaurants 26.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Cuenca or Guayaquil?

Cuenca has a purchasing power index of 52.2 while Guayaquil has 47.0 (NYC = 100). Cuenca offers better purchasing power.

Comparação de Custo de Vida · 2026

🇪🇨 Cuenca vs 🇪🇨 Guayaquil

2026

Guayaquil é 18.8% mais caro

Categoria	🇪🇨 Cuenca	🇪🇨 Guayaquil	Diferença
Custo de Vida	30.4	36.1	+18.8%
Renda	9.4	10.6	+12.8%
Supermercado	34.0	34.6	+1.8%
Restaurantes	27.2	34.3	+26.1%
Poder de Compra	52.2	47.0	-10.0%

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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