Is Ahmedabad more expensive than Hyderabad?

Ahmedabad is 0.5% cheaper than Hyderabad overall. Rent is 18.3% lower, groceries 2.7% more expensive, and restaurants 8.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Hyderabad or Ahmedabad?

Hyderabad has a purchasing power index of 171.0 while Ahmedabad has 76.4 (NYC = 100). Hyderabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Hyderabad vs 🇮🇳 Ahmedabad

2026

Ahmedabad is 0.5% cheaper

Category	🇮🇳 Hyderabad	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	Difference
Cost of Living	21.6	21.5	-0.5%
Rent	6.0	4.9	-18.3%
Groceries	25.8	26.5	+2.7%
Restaurants	18.5	20.0	+8.1%
Purchasing Power	171.0	76.4	-55.3%

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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