Is Ahmedabad more expensive than Lahore?

Ahmedabad is 0.5% cheaper than Lahore overall. Rent is 44.1% higher, groceries 38.0% more expensive, and restaurants 6.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Lahore or Ahmedabad?

Lahore has a purchasing power index of 27.5 while Ahmedabad has 76.4 (NYC = 100). Ahmedabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Lahore vs 🇮🇳 Ahmedabad

2026

Ahmedabad is 0.5% cheaper

Category	🇵🇰 Lahore	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	Difference
Cost of Living	21.6	21.5	-0.5%
Rent	3.4	4.9	+44.1%
Groceries	19.2	26.5	+38.0%
Restaurants	21.3	20.0	-6.1%
Purchasing Power	27.5	76.4	+177.8%

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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