Is Lahore more expensive than Ahmedabad?

Lahore is 0.5% more expensive than Ahmedabad overall. Rent is 30.6% lower, groceries 27.5% cheaper, and restaurants 6.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ahmedabad or Lahore?

Ahmedabad has a purchasing power index of 76.4 while Lahore has 27.5 (NYC = 100). Ahmedabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Ahmedabad vs 🇵🇰 Lahore

2026

Lahore is 0.5% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	🇵🇰 Lahore	Difference
Cost of Living	21.5	21.6	+0.5%
Rent	4.9	3.4	-30.6%
Groceries	26.5	19.2	-27.5%
Restaurants	20.0	21.3	+6.5%
Purchasing Power	76.4	27.5	-64.0%

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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