Is Bhubaneswar more expensive than Dehradun?

Bhubaneswar is 1.6% cheaper than Dehradun overall. Rent is 28.6% lower, groceries 6.8% more expensive, and restaurants 11.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Dehradun or Bhubaneswar?

Dehradun has a purchasing power index of 57.0 while Bhubaneswar has 60.5 (NYC = 100). Bhubaneswar offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Dehradun vs 🇮🇳 Bhubaneswar

2026

Bhubaneswar is 1.6% cheaper

Category	🇮🇳 Dehradun	🇮🇳 Bhubaneswar	Difference
Cost of Living	18.9	18.6	-1.6%
Rent	4.9	3.5	-28.6%
Groceries	22.0	23.5	+6.8%
Restaurants	15.5	13.7	-11.6%
Purchasing Power	57.0	60.5	+6.1%

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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