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Shiliguri vs Kolkāta

India vs India · 462 km apart

Shiliguri

India

₹28,260 ($338)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Kolkāta

India

₹34,587 ($414)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Shiliguri is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Shiliguri 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 Shiliguri · Full cost of living in Kolkāta

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shiliguri cheaper than Kolkāta?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $338 per month in Shiliguri versus $414 in Kolkāta — about 22% less.

How far is Shiliguri from Kolkāta?

The straight-line distance between Shiliguri and Kolkāta is approximately 462 km (287 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Shiliguri or Kolkāta?

The estimated average net salary is $583 in Shiliguri and $704 in Kolkāta. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $245 in Shiliguri versus $290 in Kolkāta per month.