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Cost of Living in Mumbai

Monthly expenses, rent & budget analysis — Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates

COL+Rent: 25Rent: 16.2Groceries: 30.9Restaurant: 25

Monthly Budget Estimates

Minimal

$441/mo

Outside-center room, basic groceries, public transit

Typical

$745/mo

City-center 1BR, regular groceries & dining out

Comfortable

$944/mo

Premium apartment, frequent dining, entertainment

Monthly Costs Breakdown

CategoryCost (USD)
Rent (1BR City Center)$462
Rent (1BR Outside Center)$272
Groceries (monthly)$125
Restaurant Meal$7
Transit Pass (monthly)$14
Utilities (monthly)$39

Source: Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · Reviewed April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live in Mumbai?
A minimal monthly budget in Mumbai is approximately $441, a typical budget is $745, and a comfortable lifestyle costs around $944 per month.
How much is rent in Mumbai?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Mumbai city center costs approximately $462/month. Outside the center, expect around $272/month.
Is Mumbai expensive compared to New York?
Mumbai's COL+Rent Index is 25 compared to New York's 100, meaning Mumbai is about 75% cheaper than NYC overall.
What is the average grocery cost in Mumbai?
Monthly groceries in Mumbai cost approximately $125. The city's Groceries Index is 30.9 (NYC = 100).