China vs India · 4,200 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Guangzhou | Mumbai | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.68 | $4.42 | Mumbai |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $30.72 | $17.66 | Mumbai |
| Cappuccino | $2.30 | $1.32 | Mumbai |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $174 | $100 | Mumbai |
| Monthly public transport pass | $28.16 | $16.19 | Mumbai |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $74.24 | $42.69 | Mumbai |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $21.50 | $12.36 | Mumbai |
| Fitness club membership | $21.50 | $12.36 | Mumbai |
| Cinema ticket | $5.63 | $3.24 | Mumbai |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $438 | $172 | Mumbai |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $305 | $120 | Mumbai |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $915 | $359 | Mumbai |
| Total single-person budget | $817 | $414 | Mumbai |
| Average net salary | $1,472 | $704 |
Mumbai is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Guangzhou runs about $817 versus $414 in Mumbai — a difference of roughly 49%.
Salary-adjusted, Guangzhou leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Guangzhou · Full cost of living in Mumbai