Is Pune more expensive than Surat?

Pune is 20.7% more expensive than Surat overall. Rent is 6.3% higher, groceries 12.2% more expensive, and restaurants 34.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Surat or Pune?

Surat has a purchasing power index of 47.3 while Pune has 136.6 (NYC = 100). Pune offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Surat vs 🇮🇳 Pune

2026

Pune is 20.7% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Surat	🇮🇳 Pune	Difference
Cost of Living	18.4	22.2	+20.7%
Rent	6.4	6.8	+6.3%
Groceries	22.9	25.7	+12.2%
Restaurants	15.5	20.9	+34.8%
Purchasing Power	47.3	136.6	+188.8%

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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