Is Pune more expensive than Thiruvananthapuram?

Pune is 20.0% more expensive than Thiruvananthapuram overall. Rent is 70.0% higher, groceries 11.7% more expensive, and restaurants 37.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Thiruvananthapuram or Pune?

Thiruvananthapuram has a purchasing power index of 38.3 while Pune has 136.6 (NYC = 100). Pune offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram vs 🇮🇳 Pune

2026

Pune is 20.0% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram	🇮🇳 Pune	Difference
Cost of Living	18.5	22.2	+20.0%
Rent	4.0	6.8	+70.0%
Groceries	23.0	25.7	+11.7%
Restaurants	15.2	20.9	+37.5%
Purchasing Power	38.3	136.6	+256.7%

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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