Is Chandigarh more expensive than Dehradun?

Chandigarh is 16.4% more expensive than Dehradun overall. Rent is 0.0% lower, groceries 16.8% more expensive, and restaurants 14.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Dehradun or Chandigarh?

Dehradun has a purchasing power index of 57.0 while Chandigarh has 59.6 (NYC = 100). Chandigarh offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Dehradun vs 🇮🇳 Chandigarh

2026

Chandigarh is 16.4% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Dehradun	🇮🇳 Chandigarh	Difference
Cost of Living	18.9	22.0	+16.4%
Rent	4.9	4.9	0.0%
Groceries	22.0	25.7	+16.8%
Restaurants	15.5	17.7	+14.2%
Purchasing Power	57.0	59.6	+4.6%

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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