Is Chandigarh more expensive than Surat?

Chandigarh is 21.5% more expensive than Surat overall. Rent is 19.7% lower, groceries 12.2% more expensive, and restaurants 17.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Surat or Chandigarh?

Surat has a purchasing power index of 47.6 while Chandigarh has 59.6 (NYC = 100). Chandigarh offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Surat vs 🇮🇳 Chandigarh

2026

Chandigarh is 21.5% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Surat	🇮🇳 Chandigarh	Difference
Cost of Living	18.1	22.0	+21.5%
Rent	6.1	4.9	-19.7%
Groceries	22.9	25.7	+12.2%
Restaurants	15.1	17.7	+17.2%
Purchasing Power	47.6	59.6	+25.2%

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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