Cost of Living in Bhubaneswar


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£338

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
40%
Groceries
29%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
11%
Leisure
7%
Property
40%
Groceries
29%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
11%
Leisure
7%

Cost of living breakdown for Bhubaneswar

You can expect to spend around £338 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£111Average rent per month
£902Price per m² (city centre)
£407Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index13
Quality of life index65
Safety index72
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Bhubaneswar average costs for food and drink.

£79Monthly groceries/person
£27Dining out average cost/person
£1Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Bhubaneswar average salaries and services.

£268Average Monthly Net Salary
£7Transport
Healthcare70
Salary & Services

Average living costs in India

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£111.15£77.63 - £155.26
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£64.98£46.58 - £93.16
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£243.89£170.79 - £349.35
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£147.50£108.69 - £194.08

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Bhubaneswar depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £227 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £796. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £111 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Bhubaneswar costs £0.31. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £7.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Bhubaneswar is currently £268.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Bhubaneswar costs approximately £2, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £8.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Bhubaneswar for a single person is £227, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Bhubaneswar, the estimated monthly costs are £796, not including rent.

Rent prices in Bhubaneswar depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £111, compared to £65 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £244 in the centre and £148 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Bhubaneswar (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £33 per month. Internet access typically adds another £5.