Is Cape Town more expensive than Durban?

Cape Town is 13.8% more expensive than Durban overall. Rent is 100.8% higher, groceries 9.6% more expensive, and restaurants 21.8% more expensive.

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

Durban has a purchasing power index of 92.7 while Cape Town has 96.2 (NYC = 100). Cape Town offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇿🇦 Durban vs 🇿🇦 Cape Town

2026

Cape Town är 13.8% dyrare

Kategori	🇿🇦 Durban	🇿🇦 Cape Town	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	38.3	43.6	+13.8%
Hyra	11.8	23.7	+100.8%
Livsmedel	37.5	41.1	+9.6%
Restauranger	33.9	41.3	+21.8%
Köpkraft	92.7	96.2	+3.8%

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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