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Anantapur vs Chennai

India vs India · 339 km apart

Anantapur

India

₹28,260 ($338)

single / month

Cheaper overall
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Chennai

India

₹34,587 ($414)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAnantapurChennaiCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.66$4.42Anantapur
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$14.63$17.66Anantapur
Cappuccino$1.10$1.32Anantapur
Monthly groceries (single person)$82.89$100Anantapur
Monthly public transport pass$13.41$16.19Anantapur
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$35.35$42.69Anantapur
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.24$12.36Anantapur
Fitness club membership$10.24$12.36Anantapur
Cinema ticket$2.68$3.24Anantapur
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$136$172Anantapur
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$94.65$120Anantapur
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$284$359Anantapur
Total single-person budget$338$414Anantapur
Average net salary$583$704

Verdict

Anantapur is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Anantapur runs about $338 versus $414 in Chennai — a difference of roughly 22%.

Salary-adjusted, Chennai 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 Anantapur  ·  Full cost of living in Chennai

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anantapur cheaper than Chennai?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $338 per month in Anantapur versus $414 in Chennai — about 22% less.
How far is Anantapur from Chennai?
The straight-line distance between Anantapur and Chennai is approximately 339 km (211 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Anantapur or Chennai?
The estimated average net salary is $583 in Anantapur and $704 in Chennai. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $245 in Anantapur versus $290 in Chennai per month.