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Patna vs Kolkāta

India vs India · 471 km apart

Patna

India

₹30,549 ($366)

single / month

Cheaper overall
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Kolkāta

India

₹34,587 ($414)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpensePatnaKolkātaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.93$4.42Patna
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$15.73$17.66Patna
Cappuccino$1.18$1.32Patna
Monthly groceries (single person)$89.15$100Patna
Monthly public transport pass$14.42$16.19Patna
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$38.02$42.69Patna
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11.01$12.36Patna
Fitness club membership$11.01$12.36Patna
Cinema ticket$2.88$3.24Patna
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$149$172Patna
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$104$120Patna
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$311$359Patna
Total single-person budget$366$414Patna
Average net salary$627$704

Verdict

Patna is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Patna runs about $366 versus $414 in Kolkāta — a difference of roughly 13%.

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 Patna  ·  Full cost of living in Kolkāta

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patna cheaper than Kolkāta?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $366 per month in Patna versus $414 in Kolkāta — about 13% less.
How far is Patna from Kolkāta?
The straight-line distance between Patna and Kolkāta is approximately 471 km (293 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Patna or Kolkāta?
The estimated average net salary is $627 in Patna and $704 in Kolkāta. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $261 in Patna versus $290 in Kolkāta per month.