Cost of Living in Mumbai
Summary of cost of living in Mumbai, India:
- The estimated monthly costs for a family of four are 10,119.6¥ (127,805.1₹), excluding rent (using our estimator).
- The estimated monthly costs for a single person are 2,808.0¥ (35,463.4₹), excluding rent.
- Mumbai is 61.7% less expensive than Columbus (excluding rent, see our cost of living index).
- Rent in Mumbai is, on average, 50.8% lower than in Columbus.
Restaurants |  Edit |
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| Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant | 39.59 ¥ | |
| Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks) | 158.36 ¥ | |
| Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal) | 31.67 ¥ | |
| Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint) | 19.40 ¥ | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | 27.71 ¥ | |
| Cappuccino (Regular Size) | 18.23 ¥ | |
| Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle) | 4.14 ¥ | |
| Bottled Water (12 oz) | 1.24 ¥ | |
Markets | Edit |
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| Milk (Regular, 1 Liter) | 5.22 ¥ | |
| Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf) | 3.36 ¥ | |
| White Rice (1 lb) | 2.73 ¥ | |
| Eggs (12, Large Size) | 7.36 ¥ | |
| Local Cheese (1 lb) | 20.84 ¥ | |
| Chicken Fillets (1 lb) | 11.97 ¥ | |
| Buffalo Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb) | 23.64 ¥ | |
| Apples (1 lb) | 7.76 ¥ | |
| Bananas (1 lb) | 2.58 ¥ | |
| Oranges (1 lb) | 4.17 ¥ | |
| Tomatoes (1 lb) | 1.74 ¥ | |
| Potatoes (1 lb) | 1.42 ¥ | |
| Onions (1 lb) | 1.54 ¥ | |
| Lettuce (1 Head) | 4.76 ¥ | |
| Bottled Water (50 oz) | 2.33 ¥ | |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 63.34 ¥ | |
| Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle) | 15.08 ¥ | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | 23.39 ¥ | |
| Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro) | 27.32 ¥ | |
Transportation | Edit |
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| One-Way Ticket (Local Transport) | 1.58 ¥ | |
| Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price) | 39.59 ¥ | |
| Taxi Start (Standard Tariff) | 2.38 ¥ | |
| Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff) | 3.82 ¥ | |
| Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff) | 9.50 ¥ | |
| Gasoline (1 Liter) | 8.38 ¥ | |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car) | 118,769.55 ¥ | |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car) | 173,441.25 ¥ | |
Utilities (Monthly) | Edit |
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| Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) | 383.69 ¥ | |
| Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data) | 33.62 ¥ | |
| Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher) | 67.41 ¥ | |
Sports And Leisure | Edit |
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| Monthly Fitness Club Membership | 177.52 ¥ | |
| Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend) | 83.96 ¥ | |
| Cinema Ticket (International Release) | 31.67 ¥ | |
Childcare | Edit |
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| Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child | 898.83 ¥ | |
| International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child | 28,797.42 ¥ | |
Clothing And Shoes | Edit |
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| Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar) | 219.23 ¥ | |
| Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M) | 209.82 ¥ | |
| Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 369.18 ¥ | |
| Men's Leather Business Shoes | 288.63 ¥ | |
Rent Per Month | Edit |
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| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | 4,834.13 ¥ | |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | 2,608.76 ¥ | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | 13,124.64 ¥ | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | 6,054.77 ¥ | |
Buy Apartment Price | Edit |
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| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 4,623.59 ¥ | |
| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 2,032.25 ¥ | |
Salaries And Financing | Edit |
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| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 5,367.06 ¥ | |
| Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %) | 8.88 |
Prices in Mumbai
This city had 4211 entries in the past 12 months by 484 different contributors.
Last update: 30 November 2025
Last update: 30 November 2025
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Distribution of Expenses Using Our Statistical Model:
Nearby Cities:| Cost of Living in Navi Mumbai | 16.01 miles |
| Cost of Living in Kalyan | 30.83 miles |
| Cost of Living in Uran, Maharashtra | 32.87 miles |
| Cost of Living in Lonavala | 51.60 miles |
| Cost of Living in Pune | 94.83 miles |
| Cost of Living in Kopargaon | 148.09 miles |
| Cost of Living in Navsari | 156.83 miles |
| Cost of Living in Phaltan | 158.46 miles |
| Cost of Living in Mandangad | 172.31 miles |
| Cost of Living in Surat | 180.81 miles |
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