🇮🇳 Cost of Living in India
2 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$387/mo
Across 2 cities we track
Couple
$491
Family of 4
$1,244
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 2 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 2 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 2 cities
India vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in India?▼
Across 2 cities, a single person spends a median of $387/month including rent. Goa is the cheapest at $310/mo, while Bangalore runs $463/mo.
What is the average rent in India?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $246/month across 2 cities we track.
What is the average salary in India?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 2 cities is about $611, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in India?▼
Goa is the most affordable at $310/month for a single person. Bangalore is the most expensive at $463/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.