India
Live cost-of-living data across 6 cities in India — average cost index 14/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 10 to 16. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in India
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is India cheap to live in?
Across 6 cities in India, the average cost-of-living index is 14 (New York = 100) — from 10 in Hyderabad to 16 in Goa. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in India?
Hyderabad is the most affordable city we track in India, with a cost-of-living index of 10 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $218/month.
How much does it cost to live in India per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of India for roughly $200–$280/month. Costs scale up toward Goa. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Hyderabad with anywhere
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