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Karnāl vs Kolkāta

India vs India · 1,384 km apart

Karnāl

India

₹28,260 ($338)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Kolkāta

India

₹34,587 ($414)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Kolkāta 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 Karnāl  ·  Full cost of living in Kolkāta

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karnāl cheaper than Kolkāta?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $338 per month in Karnāl versus $414 in Kolkāta — about 22% less.
How far is Karnāl from Kolkāta?
The straight-line distance between Karnāl and Kolkāta is approximately 1,384 km (860 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Karnāl or Kolkāta?
The estimated average net salary is $583 in Karnāl and $704 in Kolkāta. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $245 in Karnāl versus $290 in Kolkāta per month.