Is Mumbai more expensive than Thiruvananthapuram?

Mumbai is 39.5% more expensive than Thiruvananthapuram overall. Rent is 357.5% higher, groceries 11.3% more expensive, and restaurants 56.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Thiruvananthapuram or Mumbai?

Thiruvananthapuram has a purchasing power index of 38.3 while Mumbai has 63.6 (NYC = 100). Mumbai offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram vs 🇮🇳 Mumbai

2026

Mumbai is 39.5% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram	🇮🇳 Mumbai	Difference
Cost of Living	18.5	25.8	+39.5%
Rent	4.0	18.3	+357.5%
Groceries	23.0	25.6	+11.3%
Restaurants	15.2	23.8	+56.6%
Purchasing Power	38.3	63.6	+66.1%

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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