Is Surat more expensive than Rajkot?

Surat is 0.0% cheaper than Rajkot overall. Rent is 96.8% higher, groceries 5.8% cheaper, and restaurants 21.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Rajkot or Surat?

Rajkot has a purchasing power index of 43.6 while Surat has 47.6 (NYC = 100). Surat offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Rajkot vs 🇮🇳 Surat

2026

Surat is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇮🇳 Rajkot	🇮🇳 Surat	Difference
Cost of Living	18.1	18.1	0.0%
Rent	3.1	6.1	+96.8%
Groceries	24.3	22.9	-5.8%
Restaurants	12.4	15.1	+21.8%
Purchasing Power	43.6	47.6	+9.2%

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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