Is Rawalpindi more expensive than Chandigarh?

Rawalpindi is 5.0% more expensive than Chandigarh overall. Rent is 8.9% lower, groceries 0.5% cheaper, and restaurants 7.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Chandigarh or Rawalpindi?

Chandigarh has a purchasing power index of 72.0 while Rawalpindi has 26.0 (NYC = 100). Chandigarh offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Chandigarh vs 🇵🇰 Rawalpindi

2026

Rawalpindi is 5.0% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Chandigarh	🇵🇰 Rawalpindi	Difference
Cost of Living	19.9	20.9	+5.0%
Rent	4.5	4.1	-8.9%
Groceries	21.9	21.8	-0.5%
Restaurants	16.2	17.4	+7.4%
Purchasing Power	72.0	26.0	-63.9%

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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