Is Lahore more expensive than Ahmedabad?

Lahore is 1.0% more expensive than Ahmedabad overall. Rent is 28.3% lower, groceries 21.8% cheaper, and restaurants 4.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ahmedabad or Lahore?

Ahmedabad has a purchasing power index of 69.7 while Lahore has 28.5 (NYC = 100). Ahmedabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Ahmedabad vs 🇵🇰 Lahore

2026

Lahore is 1.0% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	🇵🇰 Lahore	Difference
Cost of Living	20.8	21.0	+1.0%
Rent	4.6	3.3	-28.3%
Groceries	23.8	18.6	-21.8%
Restaurants	20.0	20.9	+4.5%
Purchasing Power	69.7	28.5	-59.1%

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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