Is Ahmedabad more expensive than Rawalpindi?

Ahmedabad is 0.5% cheaper than Rawalpindi overall. Rent is 12.2% higher, groceries 9.2% more expensive, and restaurants 14.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Rawalpindi or Ahmedabad?

Rawalpindi has a purchasing power index of 26.0 while Ahmedabad has 69.7 (NYC = 100). Ahmedabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Rawalpindi vs 🇮🇳 Ahmedabad

2026

Ahmedabad is 0.5% cheaper

Category	🇵🇰 Rawalpindi	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	Difference
Cost of Living	20.9	20.8	-0.5%
Rent	4.1	4.6	+12.2%
Groceries	21.8	23.8	+9.2%
Restaurants	17.4	20.0	+14.9%
Purchasing Power	26.0	69.7	+168.1%

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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