Is Cape Town more expensive than Durban?

Cape Town is 17.6% more expensive than Durban overall. Rent is 94.3% higher, groceries 14.7% more expensive, and restaurants 32.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Durban or Cape Town?

Durban has a purchasing power index of 104.4 while Cape Town has 102.8 (NYC = 100). Durban offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇿🇦 Durban vs 🇿🇦 Cape Town

2026

Cape Town är 17.6% dyrare

Kategori	🇿🇦 Durban	🇿🇦 Cape Town	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	34.0	40.0	+17.6%
Hyra	10.6	20.6	+94.3%
Livsmedel	31.2	35.8	+14.7%
Restauranger	29.5	39.2	+32.9%
Köpkraft	104.4	102.8	-1.5%

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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