Is Pune more expensive than Thiruvananthapuram?

Pune is 22.4% more expensive than Thiruvananthapuram overall. Rent is 71.8% higher, groceries 14.3% more expensive, and restaurants 40.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Thiruvananthapuram or Pune?

Thiruvananthapuram has a purchasing power index of 40.1 while Pune has 140.4 (NYC = 100). Pune offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram vs 🇮🇳 Pune

2026

Pune is 22.4% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram	🇮🇳 Pune	Difference
Cost of Living	18.3	22.4	+22.4%
Rent	3.9	6.7	+71.8%
Groceries	23.0	26.3	+14.3%
Restaurants	15.0	21.1	+40.7%
Purchasing Power	40.1	140.4	+250.1%

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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