Is Ahmedabad more expensive than Rawalpindi?

Ahmedabad is 1.4% cheaper than Rawalpindi overall. Rent is 11.4% higher, groceries 12.9% more expensive, and restaurants 9.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Rawalpindi or Ahmedabad?

Rawalpindi has a purchasing power index of 23.4 while Ahmedabad has 68.7 (NYC = 100). Ahmedabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Rawalpindi vs 🇮🇳 Ahmedabad

2026

Ahmedabad is 1.4% cheaper

Category	🇵🇰 Rawalpindi	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	Difference
Cost of Living	21.9	21.6	-1.4%
Rent	4.4	4.9	+11.4%
Groceries	23.3	26.3	+12.9%
Restaurants	18.0	19.7	+9.4%
Purchasing Power	23.4	68.7	+193.6%

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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