Visakhapatnam vs Kolkata — Cost of Living Comparison
Breakdown of Monthly Expenses
| Category | Visakhapatnam | Kolkata |
|---|---|---|
| rent | ₹ 12,000 | ₹ 14,000 |
| 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 | ₹ 31,000 | ₹ 33,000 |
Food Prices
| Item | Visakhapatnam | Kolkata |
|---|---|---|
| basicLunch | ₹ 206 | ₹ 199 |
| midRangeDinner | ₹ 996 | ₹ 939 |
| coffee | ₹ 158 | ₹ 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 | Visakhapatnam | Kolkata |
|---|---|---|
| tshirt | ₹ 595 | ₹ 794 |
| jeans | ₹ 1,506 | ₹ 1,606 |
| shoes | ₹ 3,528 | ₹ 3,807 |
| jacket | ₹ 1,893 | ₹ 1,920 |