Is Pune more expensive than Bhubaneswar?

Pune is 17.5% more expensive than Bhubaneswar overall. Rent is 94.3% higher, groceries 9.4% more expensive, and restaurants 50.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Bhubaneswar or Pune?

Bhubaneswar has a purchasing power index of 57.6 while Pune has 136.6 (NYC = 100). Pune offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Bhubaneswar vs 🇮🇳 Pune

2026

Pune is 17.5% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Bhubaneswar	🇮🇳 Pune	Difference
Cost of Living	18.9	22.2	+17.5%
Rent	3.5	6.8	+94.3%
Groceries	23.5	25.7	+9.4%
Restaurants	13.9	20.9	+50.4%
Purchasing Power	57.6	136.6	+137.2%

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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