Kolkata vs Delhi — Cost of Living Comparison
Breakdown of Monthly Expenses
| Category | Kolkata | Delhi |
|---|---|---|
| rent | ₹ 14,000 | ₹ 20,000 |
| groceries | ₹ 6,000 | ₹ 6,000 |
| utilities | ₹ 2,500 | ₹ 2,500 |
| transport | ₹ 2,000 | ₹ 2,000 |
| dining | ₹ 4,000 | ₹ 4,000 |
| internet | ₹ 1,000 | ₹ 1,000 |
| entertainment | ₹ 1,500 | ₹ 1,500 |
| misc | ₹ 2,000 | ₹ 2,000 |
| Total Monthly Cost | ₹ 33,000 | ₹ 39,000 |
Food Prices
| Item | Kolkata | Delhi |
|---|---|---|
| basicLunch | ₹ 199 | ₹ 188 |
| midRangeDinner | ₹ 939 | ₹ 1,000 |
| coffee | ₹ 195 | ₹ 195 |
| milk (1 liter) | ₹ 65 | ₹ 65 |
| bread (1 loaf) | ₹ 68 | ₹ 68 |
| eggs (12) | ₹ 90 | ₹ 90 |
| rice (1 kg) | ₹ 88 | ₹ 88 |
| chicken (1 kg) | ₹ 230 | ₹ 230 |
| fruits (1 kg) | ₹ 120 | ₹ 120 |
| vegetables (1 kg) | ₹ 60 | ₹ 60 |
Clothing Prices
| Item | Kolkata | Delhi |
|---|---|---|
| tshirt | ₹ 794 | ₹ 505 |
| jeans | ₹ 1,606 | ₹ 1,484 |
| shoes | ₹ 3,807 | ₹ 3,263 |
| jacket | ₹ 1,920 | ₹ 1,907 |