Delhi vs Mumbai — Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.
Delhi
India
Cost of Living (USA=100)
28
very affordable
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
Delhi edges out Mumbai on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 28 vs 32 (USA=100; very affordable vs very affordable). Mumbai scores higher on safety (null/100), and Mumbai wins on internet at ~—. Overall, Delhi takes the Nomad Score crown with null/100 — best for .
* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.
Metric
Delhi
Mumbai
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$400
US$500
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$250
US$300
Cost of Living (USA=100)
28
32
Safety Score
—
—
Internet Speed
—
—
Nomad Score
—
—
Healthcare Score
—
—
Digital Nomad Visa
Not available
Not available
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