Is Pune more expensive than Surat?

Pune is 24.3% more expensive than Surat overall. Rent is 6.3% higher, groceries 16.0% more expensive, and restaurants 36.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Surat or Pune?

Surat has a purchasing power index of 52.3 while Pune has 156.2 (NYC = 100). Pune offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Surat vs 🇮🇳 Pune

2026

Pune is 24.3% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Surat	🇮🇳 Pune	Difference
Cost of Living	18.1	22.5	+24.3%
Rent	6.3	6.7	+6.3%
Groceries	21.3	24.7	+16.0%
Restaurants	15.9	21.7	+36.5%
Purchasing Power	52.3	156.2	+198.7%

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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