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Delhi vs Mumbai

India vs India · 1,154 km apart

Delhi

India

₹35,166 ($421)

single / month

VS

Mumbai

India

₹34,587 ($414)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseDelhiMumbaiCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.49$4.42Mumbai
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$17.94$17.66Mumbai
Cappuccino$1.35$1.32Mumbai
Monthly groceries (single person)$102$100Mumbai
Monthly public transport pass$16.45$16.19Mumbai
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$43.36$42.69Mumbai
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.56$12.36Mumbai
Fitness club membership$12.56$12.36Mumbai
Cinema ticket$3.29$3.24Mumbai
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$176$172Mumbai
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$122$120Mumbai
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$366$359Mumbai
Total single-person budget$421$414Mumbai
Average net salary$715$704

Verdict

Mumbai is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Delhi runs about $421 versus $414 in Mumbai — a difference of roughly 2%.

Salary-adjusted, Delhi 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 Delhi  ·  Full cost of living in Mumbai

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delhi cheaper than Mumbai?
No. Delhi costs an estimated $421 per month for a single person, about 2% more than Mumbai at $414.
How far is Delhi from Mumbai?
The straight-line distance between Delhi and Mumbai is approximately 1,154 km (717 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Delhi or Mumbai?
The estimated average net salary is $715 in Delhi and $704 in Mumbai. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $294 in Delhi versus $290 in Mumbai per month.