🇰🇾 Cayman Islands · #2 of 558 cities · 2026

Should I Move to George Town?

18.7% more expensive than NYC — but your money's worth depends on your salary.

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+18.7%
vs NYC
USD 2,195
Estimated rent in
140.6
Purchasing Power
Very strong
Purchasing Power

Source: Numbeo · NYC = 100 baseline · Data verified Q1 2026

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The numbers

Cost breakdown — George Town

Cost indices vs NYC = 100

Cost of Living
118.7 Expensive
Rent
73.5 Moderate
Groceries
134.4 Expensive
Restaurants
102.0 Expensive
Purchasing Power
140.6 Very strong

Estimated rent in George Town

1-BR — City centre USD 2,195/mo
1-BR — Outside centre USD 1,646/mo
3-BR — City centre USD 3,822/mo
Save by going outside centre ~25% cheaper

Estimated from rent index. Actual prices vary.

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