Is Ahmedabad more expensive than Surat?

Ahmedabad is 0.0% cheaper than Surat overall. Rent is 20.3% lower, groceries 15.3% more expensive, and restaurants 46.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Surat or Ahmedabad?

Surat has a purchasing power index of 48.6 while Ahmedabad has 74.4 (NYC = 100). Ahmedabad offers better purchasing power.

Surat vs Ahmedabad: Ahmedabad is 0.0% cheaper, rent 20% lower (2026)

Category	🇮🇳 Surat	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	Difference
Cost of Living	12.2	12.2	0.0%
Rent	5.9	4.7	-20.3%
Groceries	21.6	24.9	+15.3%
Restaurants	16.0	23.5	+46.9%
Purchasing Power	48.6	74.4	+53.1%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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