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Meru vs Kolkāta

India vs India · 337 km apart

Meru

India

₹23,726 ($284)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Kolkāta

India

₹34,587 ($414)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Meru	Kolkāta	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.11	$4.42	Meru
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$12.42	$17.66	Meru
Cappuccino	$0.93	$1.32	Meru
Monthly groceries (single person)	$70.38	$100	Meru
Monthly public transport pass	$11.39	$16.19	Meru
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$30.02	$42.69	Meru
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$8.69	$12.36	Meru
Fitness club membership	$8.69	$12.36	Meru
Cinema ticket	$2.28	$3.24	Meru
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$111	$172	Meru
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$77.14	$120	Meru
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$231	$359	Meru
Total single-person budget	$284	$414	Meru
Average net salary	$495	$704

Verdict

Meru is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Meru runs about $284 versus $414 in Kolkāta — a difference of roughly 46%.

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 Meru · Full cost of living in Kolkāta

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meru cheaper than Kolkāta?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $284 per month in Meru versus $414 in Kolkāta — about 46% less.

How far is Meru from Kolkāta?

The straight-line distance between Meru and Kolkāta is approximately 337 km (209 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Meru or Kolkāta?

The estimated average net salary is $495 in Meru and $704 in Kolkāta. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $211 in Meru versus $290 in Kolkāta per month.