Is Mumbai more expensive than Bhubaneswar?

Mumbai is 37.6% more expensive than Bhubaneswar overall. Rent is 397.1% higher, groceries 9.8% more expensive, and restaurants 71.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Bhubaneswar or Mumbai?

Bhubaneswar has a purchasing power index of 60.5 while Mumbai has 68.5 (NYC = 100). Mumbai offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Bhubaneswar vs 🇮🇳 Mumbai

2026

Mumbai is 37.6% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Bhubaneswar	🇮🇳 Mumbai	Difference
Cost of Living	18.6	25.6	+37.6%
Rent	3.5	17.4	+397.1%
Groceries	23.5	25.8	+9.8%
Restaurants	13.7	23.5	+71.5%
Purchasing Power	60.5	68.5	+13.2%

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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