Is Mumbai more expensive than Bhubaneswar?

Mumbai is 36.5% more expensive than Bhubaneswar overall. Rent is 422.9% higher, groceries 8.9% more expensive, and restaurants 71.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Bhubaneswar or Mumbai?

Bhubaneswar has a purchasing power index of 57.6 while Mumbai has 63.6 (NYC = 100). Mumbai offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Bhubaneswar vs 🇮🇳 Mumbai

2026

Mumbai is 36.5% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Bhubaneswar	🇮🇳 Mumbai	Difference
Cost of Living	18.9	25.8	+36.5%
Rent	3.5	18.3	+422.9%
Groceries	23.5	25.6	+8.9%
Restaurants	13.9	23.8	+71.2%
Purchasing Power	57.6	63.6	+10.4%

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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