Is Florianopolis more expensive than Joao Pessoa?

Florianopolis is 3.1% more expensive than Joao Pessoa overall. Rent is 89.6% higher, groceries 3.4% more expensive, and restaurants 22.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Joao Pessoa or Florianopolis?

Joao Pessoa has a purchasing power index of 44.0 while Florianopolis has 67.4 (NYC = 100). Florianopolis offers better purchasing power.

Joao Pessoa vs Florianopolis: Cost of Living Comparison (2026)

Categoria	🇧🇷 Joao Pessoa	🇧🇷 Florianopolis	Diferença
Custo de Vida	35.2	36.3	+3.1%
Renda	7.7	14.6	+89.6%
Supermercado	31.9	33.0	+3.4%
Restaurantes	28.1	34.5	+22.8%
Poder de Compra	44.0	67.4	+53.2%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.