Is Kuching more expensive than Colombo?

Kuching is 0.6% more expensive than Colombo overall. Rent is 33.9% lower, groceries 9.6% cheaper, and restaurants 2.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Colombo or Kuching?

Colombo has a purchasing power index of 19.1 while Kuching has 46.3 (NYC = 100). Kuching offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇱🇰 Colombo vs 🇲🇾 Kuching

2026

Kuching är 0.6% dyrare

Kategori	🇱🇰 Colombo	🇲🇾 Kuching	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	34.9	35.1	+0.6%
Hyra	12.1	8.0	-33.9%
Livsmedel	50.1	45.3	-9.6%
Restauranger	25.3	25.8	+2.0%
Köpkraft	19.1	46.3	+142.4%

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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