Is Lahore more expensive than Ahmedabad?

Lahore is 0.9% more expensive than Ahmedabad overall. Rent is 30.6% lower, groceries 27.8% cheaper, and restaurants 11.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ahmedabad or Lahore?

Ahmedabad has a purchasing power index of 68.7 while Lahore has 25.8 (NYC = 100). Ahmedabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Ahmedabad vs 🇵🇰 Lahore

2026

Lahore is 0.9% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	🇵🇰 Lahore	Difference
Cost of Living	21.6	21.8	+0.9%
Rent	4.9	3.4	-30.6%
Groceries	26.3	19.0	-27.8%
Restaurants	19.7	21.9	+11.2%
Purchasing Power	68.7	25.8	-62.4%

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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