Is Kolkata more expensive than Chennai?

Kolkata is 1.5% cheaper than Chennai overall. Rent is 23.1% lower, groceries 2.3% cheaper, and restaurants 0.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Chennai or Kolkata?

Chennai has a purchasing power index of 103.9 while Kolkata has 59.4 (NYC = 100). Chennai offers better purchasing power.

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🇮🇳 Chennai vs 🇮🇳 Kolkata

2026

Kolkata är 1.5% billigare

Kategori	🇮🇳 Chennai	🇮🇳 Kolkata	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	20.2	19.9	-1.5%
Hyra	5.2	4.0	-23.1%
Livsmedel	26.4	25.8	-2.3%
Restauranger	14.8	14.9	+0.7%
Köpkraft	103.9	59.4	-42.8%

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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