Is Hyderabad more expensive than Rawalpindi?

Hyderabad is 1.0% more expensive than Rawalpindi overall. Rent is 39.0% higher, groceries 6.4% more expensive, and restaurants 9.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Rawalpindi or Hyderabad?

Rawalpindi has a purchasing power index of 26.0 while Hyderabad has 174.4 (NYC = 100). Hyderabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Rawalpindi vs 🇮🇳 Hyderabad

2026

Hyderabad is 1.0% more expensive

Category	🇵🇰 Rawalpindi	🇮🇳 Hyderabad	Difference
Cost of Living	20.9	21.1	+1.0%
Rent	4.1	5.7	+39.0%
Groceries	21.8	23.2	+6.4%
Restaurants	17.4	19.0	+9.2%
Purchasing Power	26.0	174.4	+570.8%

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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