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Puri vs Chennai

India vs India · 952 km apart

Puri

India

₹26,553 ($318)

single / month

Cheaper overall
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Chennai

India

₹34,587 ($414)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpensePuriChennaiCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.45$4.42Puri
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$13.80$17.66Puri
Cappuccino$1.04$1.32Puri
Monthly groceries (single person)$78.20$100Puri
Monthly public transport pass$12.65$16.19Puri
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$33.35$42.69Puri
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$9.66$12.36Puri
Fitness club membership$9.66$12.36Puri
Cinema ticket$2.53$3.24Puri
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$127$172Puri
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$88.00$120Puri
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$264$359Puri
Total single-person budget$318$414Puri
Average net salary$550$704

Verdict

Puri is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Puri runs about $318 versus $414 in Chennai — a difference of roughly 30%.

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 Puri  ·  Full cost of living in Chennai

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Puri cheaper than Chennai?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $318 per month in Puri versus $414 in Chennai — about 30% less.
How far is Puri from Chennai?
The straight-line distance between Puri and Chennai is approximately 952 km (592 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Puri or Chennai?
The estimated average net salary is $550 in Puri and $704 in Chennai. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $232 in Puri versus $290 in Chennai per month.