Is Rawalpindi more expensive than Chandigarh?

Rawalpindi is 0.5% cheaper than Chandigarh overall. Rent is 10.2% lower, groceries 8.6% cheaper, and restaurants 1.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Chandigarh or Rawalpindi?

Chandigarh has a purchasing power index of 59.6 while Rawalpindi has 24.5 (NYC = 100). Chandigarh offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Chandigarh vs 🇵🇰 Rawalpindi

2026

Rawalpindi is 0.5% cheaper

Category	🇮🇳 Chandigarh	🇵🇰 Rawalpindi	Difference
Cost of Living	22.0	21.9	-0.5%
Rent	4.9	4.4	-10.2%
Groceries	25.7	23.5	-8.6%
Restaurants	17.7	17.9	+1.1%
Purchasing Power	59.6	24.5	-58.9%

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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