Is Bhubaneswar more expensive than Kolkata?

Bhubaneswar is 1.9% cheaper than Kolkata overall. Rent is 12.8% lower, groceries 10.1% cheaper, and restaurants 11.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Kolkata or Bhubaneswar?

Kolkata has a purchasing power index of 59.0 while Bhubaneswar has 61.9 (NYC = 100). Bhubaneswar offers better purchasing power.

Kolkata vs Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar is 1.9% cheaper, rent 13% lower (2026)

Category	🇮🇳 Kolkata	🇮🇳 Bhubaneswar	Difference
Cost of Living	10.7	10.5	-1.9%
Rent	3.9	3.4	-12.8%
Groceries	24.7	22.2	-10.1%
Restaurants	16.3	14.4	-11.7%
Purchasing Power	59.0	61.9	+4.9%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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