Is Thiruvananthapuram more expensive than Guwahati?

Thiruvananthapuram is 1.1% more expensive than Guwahati overall. Rent is 18.2% higher, groceries 2.2% more expensive, and restaurants 10.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Guwahati or Thiruvananthapuram?

Guwahati has a purchasing power index of 57.6 while Thiruvananthapuram has 40.1 (NYC = 100). Guwahati offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Guwahati vs 🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram

2026

Thiruvananthapuram is 1.1% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Guwahati	🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram	Difference
Cost of Living	18.1	18.3	+1.1%
Rent	3.3	3.9	+18.2%
Groceries	22.5	23.0	+2.2%
Restaurants	16.8	15.0	-10.7%
Purchasing Power	57.6	40.1	-30.4%

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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