Is Mumbai more expensive than Islamabad?

Mumbai is 1.2% more expensive than Islamabad overall. Rent is 205.0% higher, groceries 24.9% more expensive, and restaurants 0.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Islamabad or Mumbai?

Islamabad has a purchasing power index of 43.1 while Mumbai has 63.6 (NYC = 100). Mumbai offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Islamabad vs 🇮🇳 Mumbai

2026

Mumbai is 1.2% more expensive

Category	🇵🇰 Islamabad	🇮🇳 Mumbai	Difference
Cost of Living	25.5	25.8	+1.2%
Rent	6.0	18.3	+205.0%
Groceries	20.5	25.6	+24.9%
Restaurants	23.7	23.8	+0.4%
Purchasing Power	43.1	63.6	+47.6%

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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