Is Brasilia more expensive than Belo Horizonte?

Brasilia is 5.6% more expensive than Belo Horizonte overall. Rent is 16.2% higher, groceries 8.2% more expensive, and restaurants 23.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Belo Horizonte or Brasilia?

Belo Horizonte has a purchasing power index of 44.5 while Brasilia has 59.0 (NYC = 100). Brasilia offers better purchasing power.

Belo Horizonte vs Brasilia: Cost of Living Comparison (2026)

Categoria	🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte	🇧🇷 Brasilia	Diferença
Custo de Vida	33.8	35.7	+5.6%
Renda	9.9	11.5	+16.2%
Supermercado	31.8	34.4	+8.2%
Restaurantes	29.5	36.5	+23.7%
Poder de Compra	44.5	59.0	+32.6%

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