Is Kabul more expensive than Surat?

Kabul is 12.0% more expensive than Surat overall. Rent is 57.8% lower, groceries 8.3% cheaper, and restaurants 9.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Surat or Kabul?

Surat has a purchasing power index of 47.3 while Kabul has 52.3 (NYC = 100). Kabul offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Surat vs 🏳️ Kabul

2026

Kabul is 12.0% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Surat	🏳️ Kabul	Difference
Cost of Living	18.4	20.6	+12.0%
Rent	6.4	2.7	-57.8%
Groceries	22.9	21.0	-8.3%
Restaurants	15.5	14.0	-9.7%
Purchasing Power	47.3	52.3	+10.6%

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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