Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in India is 4.26 times less expensive as compared to United States.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between India and United States. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between India and United States.
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Indicators | India | United States |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center | 30,000 INR (360 USD) | 2,500 USD |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center | 50,000 INR (600 USD) | 3,500 USD |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center | 75,000 INR (900 USD) | 4,500 USD |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 15,000 INR (180 USD) | 1,800 USD |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 25,000 INR (300 USD) | 2,500 USD |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 40,000 INR (480 USD) | 3,200 USD |
Mortgage Rates Per Month | 8 % | 3.5 % |
Realtor Commission | 1 % | 2.5 % |
Property Taxes | 0.2 to 1.0 % | 0.5 to 2.5 % |
The average housing cost in India is 6.34 times less expensive than United States.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Basic Home Furnishing | 50,000 INR (600 USD) | 3,000 USD |
Electricity Cost Per Month | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 150 USD |
Heating Cost Per Month | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 120 USD |
Cooling Cost Per Month | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 80 USD |
Water Supply Cost Per Month | 500 INR (6 USD) | 50 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 80.76% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in India costs 5.00 times less compared to United States.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 60 USD |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 500 INR (6 USD) | 50 USD |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 30 USD |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 500 INR (6 USD) | 100 USD |
The internet and communication costs 88.50% less in India compared to United States.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) | 60 INR (0.72 USD) | 4 USD |
Milk (1 Liter) | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 1 USD |
Water (1 Liter) | 20 INR (0.24 USD) | 1 USD |
Bread (500 gm) | 30 INR (0.36 USD) | 2 USD |
Eggs (1 Dozen) | 80 INR (0.96 USD) | 3 USD |
Cheese (1 KG) | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 6 USD |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) | 250 INR (3 USD) | 10 USD |
In India, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 2.38 times less expensive than the cost in United States.
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 64.89% less for Groceries.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Apples (1 KG) | 150 INR (1.80 USD) | 3 USD |
Bananas (1 KG) | 60 INR (0.72 USD) | 1.50 USD |
Oranges (1 KG) | 80 INR (0.96 USD) | 2.50 USD |
Tomatoes (1 KG) | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 3 USD |
Potatoes (1 KG) | 30 INR (0.36 USD) | 2 USD |
Lemons (1 KG) | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 2.50 USD |
Onions (1 KG) | 40 INR (0.48 USD) | 2 USD |
Lentils (1 KG) | 80 INR (0.96 USD) | 4 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 2.90 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant | 500 INR (6 USD) | 20 USD |
Three-Course Meal for Two | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 60 USD |
Fast Food Combo Meal | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 8 USD |
Normal Coffee | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 4 USD |
Soft Drink | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 2 USD |
Pizza for One | 500 INR (6 USD) | 15 USD |
Take-Out Delivery Meal | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 20 USD |
Cigarette Pack of 20 | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 8 USD |
Dining-Out costs 70.66% less in India compared to United States.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 15 USD |
Glass of Wine | 400 INR (4.80 USD) | 8 USD |
Domestic Beer Half Liter | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 3 USD |
Imported Beer Half Liter | 150 INR (1.80 USD) | 4 USD |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter | 500 INR (6 USD) | 20 USD |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 30 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 1.83 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 120 USD |
Single Public Transportation Ticket | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 2.50 USD |
Single Train Ticket | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 100 USD |
Domestic Airplane Ticket | 5,000 INR (60 USD) | 200 USD |
Taxi Start Fare | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 3 USD |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer | 20 INR (0.24 USD) | 2 USD |
Car Rental Per Day | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 50 USD |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 5 USD |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour | 30 INR (0.36 USD) | 2 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 4.16 times less for transportation.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost | 1,500,000 INR (18,000 USD) | 25,000 USD |
Vehicle Registration Cost | 5,000 INR (60 USD) | 150 USD |
Driving License Fees | 500 INR (6 USD) | 50 USD |
Car Insurance Cost | 20,000 INR (240 USD) | 800 USD |
Car Maintenance Cost | 5,000 INR (60 USD) | 200 USD |
Car Loan Interest Rates | 10 % | 4 % |
Fuel Per Liter | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 1 USD |
Fuel Per Gallon | 400 INR (4.80 USD) | 4 USD |
Average Toll Fees | 100 INR 1.20 USD | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 1.43 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in India compared to that of United States.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Doctor Visit | 500 INR (6 USD) | 150 USD |
Specialist Visit | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 250 USD |
Dentist Visit | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 100 USD |
Eye Exam | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 80 USD |
Mental Health Counseling | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 150 USD |
Preventive Health Screening | 500 INR (6 USD) | 80 USD |
Physical Therapy | 500 INR (6 USD) | 100 USD |
Emergency Room Visit | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 500 USD |
Hospital Stay Per Night | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 400 USD |
Vaccinations | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 40 USD |
Prescription Medication | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 20 USD |
Over the Counter Medication | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 10 USD |
Health Insurance Premiums | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 300 USD |
Health Insurance Deductibles | 500 INR (6 USD) | 500 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 20.87 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Cosmetic Procedures | 5,000 INR (60 USD) | 300 USD |
Spa Treatment | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 150 USD |
Manicure Pedicure Cost | 500 INR (6 USD) | 40 USD |
Optical Glasses Cost | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 150 USD |
Contact Lenses Cost | 500 INR (6 USD) | 100 USD |
Haircuts | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 25 USD |
Hair Coloring | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 75 USD |
Shampoo Price | 100 INR (1.20 USD) | 5 USD |
Toothpaste Price | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 3 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 6.89 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes | 3,000 INR (36 USD) | 100 USD |
Men's Shirt | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 40 USD |
Women's Dress | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 80 USD |
Summer Dress | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 50 USD |
Men's Suit | 8,000 INR (96 USD) | 500 USD |
Men's Jeans | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 60 USD |
Women's Jeans | 1,200 INR (14.40 USD) | 60 USD |
Men's Formal Shoes | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 100 USD |
Women's Formal Shoes | 1,200 INR (14.40 USD) | 80 USD |
Men's Casual Shoes | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 70 USD |
Women's Casual Shoes | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 60 USD |
Underwear For Men | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 20 USD |
Underwear For Women | 250 INR (3 USD) | 20 USD |
Socks For Men | 50 INR (0.60 USD) | 10 USD |
Socks For Women | 70 INR (0.84 USD) | 10 USD |
Wintercoat for Adults | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 100 USD |
Sportswear | 1,200 INR (14.40 USD) | 60 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 4.65 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Children's Jeans | 500 INR (6 USD) | 30 USD |
Children's Normal Sneakers | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 40 USD |
Children's Winter Coat | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 60 USD |
Daycare for Infant | 10,000 INR (120 USD) | 1,500 USD |
Daycare for Toddler | 8,000 INR (96 USD) | 1,200 USD |
Childcare for Sick Days | 500 INR (6 USD) | 40 USD |
Early Childhood Education Programs | 3,000 INR (36 USD) | 600 USD |
Extra Curricular Activities | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 60 USD |
Summer Camp for Kids | 4,000 INR (48 USD) | 300 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 11.08 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | India | United States |
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PreSchool Fees | 15,000 INR (180 USD) | 1,800 USD |
Primary School Fees | 20,000 INR (240 USD) | 4,000 USD |
Secondary School Fees | 30,000 INR (360 USD) | 6,000 USD |
Private School Fees | 40,000 INR (480 USD) | 8,000 USD |
University Tuition Fees | 100,000 INR (1,200 USD) | 10,000 USD |
University Private Tuition Fees | 150,000 INR (1,800 USD) | 20,000 USD |
After School Activities | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 150 USD |
Special Education Services | 3,500 INR (42 USD) | 150 USD |
Tutoring | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 50 USD |
Textbooks Cost | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 40 USD |
School Supplies | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 30 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 11.47 times less for school and education.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Movie Ticket (Single) | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 15 USD |
Theater Ticket (Single) | 500 INR (6 USD) | 50 USD |
Concert Ticket (Single) | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 60 USD |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) | 600 INR (7.20 USD) | 50 USD |
Gym Membership | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 60 USD |
Swimming Pool Access | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 40 USD |
Museum Entry Ticket | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 15 USD |
Zoo Entry Ticket | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 25 USD |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket | 500 INR (6 USD) | 50 USD |
Bowling | 200 INR (2.40 USD) | 15 USD |
Mini Golf | 300 INR (3.60 USD) | 10 USD |
Video Games | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 60 USD |
Streaming Services | 500 INR (6 USD) | 15 USD |
Outdoor Equipment Rental | 500 INR (6 USD) | 25 USD |
Theme Park Annual Pass | 15,000 INR (180 USD) | 400 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 3.17 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Language Classes | 2,500 INR (30 USD) | 40 USD |
Parenting Classes | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 60 USD |
Art Classes | 600 INR (7.20 USD) | 30 USD |
Fitness Classes | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 20 USD |
Music Lessons | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 50 USD |
Dance Lessons | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 40 USD |
Reading Materials for Classes | 500 INR (6 USD) | 10 USD |
Educational Software | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 30 USD |
If you lived in India, instead of United States, you would have to pay 2.54 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary | 50,000 INR (600 USD) | 5,000 USD |
Average Net Monthly Salary | 35,000 INR (420 USD) | 3,800 USD |
Minimum Wages | 500 INR per hour (6 USD) | 60 USD per hour |
Average Bonus | 10,000 INR (120 USD) | 1,000 USD |
Income Tax Rate | 0 to 28 % | 0 to 10 % |
Social Security Contributions | 12 % | 6.2 % |
Pension Contributions | 10 % | 4 % |
Cost of Living Index | 50 | 10 |
Median Household Income | 40,000 INR (480 USD) | 5,000 USD |
If you lived in India, you would earn 9.14 times less salary as compared to United States.
Indicators | India | United States |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate | 2,000 INR (24 USD) | 250 USD |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate | 1,500 INR (18 USD) | 200 USD |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate | 1,000 INR (12 USD) | 150 USD |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate | 800 INR (9.60 USD) | 100 USD |
Professional Services cost 11.01 times less in India, as compared to United States.
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