Is Mumbai more expensive than Ahmedabad?

Mumbai is 19.1% more expensive than Ahmedabad overall. Rent is 255.1% higher, groceries 2.6% cheaper, and restaurants 17.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ahmedabad or Mumbai?

Ahmedabad has a purchasing power index of 76.4 while Mumbai has 68.5 (NYC = 100). Ahmedabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Ahmedabad vs 🇮🇳 Mumbai

2026

Mumbai is 19.1% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	🇮🇳 Mumbai	Difference
Cost of Living	21.5	25.6	+19.1%
Rent	4.9	17.4	+255.1%
Groceries	26.5	25.8	-2.6%
Restaurants	20.0	23.5	+17.5%
Purchasing Power	76.4	68.5	-10.3%

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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