Is Pune more expensive than Thiruvananthapuram?

Pune is 19.7% more expensive than Thiruvananthapuram overall. Rent is 67.5% higher, groceries 9.8% more expensive, and restaurants 34.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Thiruvananthapuram or Pune?

Thiruvananthapuram has a purchasing power index of 41.4 while Pune has 156.2 (NYC = 100). Pune offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram vs 🇮🇳 Pune

2026

Pune is 19.7% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Thiruvananthapuram	🇮🇳 Pune	Difference
Cost of Living	18.8	22.5	+19.7%
Rent	4.0	6.7	+67.5%
Groceries	22.5	24.7	+9.8%
Restaurants	16.1	21.7	+34.8%
Purchasing Power	41.4	156.2	+277.3%

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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