The Most Expensive Cities Of India

Tuesday, May 28, 2013, 18:39 [IST]

When compared to other first world countries like the USA, India is comparatively cheaper. There are many people who think that India is a cheap country to stay in. However, when compared to other third world countries, India too is growing majorly in every field; social, economical and educational.

There are few cities in India which are insanely expensive. For example, Bangalore, the Silicon Valley is a very expensive city in the country. The autos charge like taxis and the lifestyle is too posh! Also, IT sector in the city has largely affected this Pensioner's Paradise. However, the city is considered as one of "The Next Decade's Fastest-Growing Cities" due to its enormous growth in economy. Bangalore was ranked as a ‘Beta World City' and was included in the list of global cities.

Similarly, the capital of India, Delhi the capital of the country is a very expensive city especially for expatriates. Delhi is the largest commercial centre and a major hub of telecom, construction, power, health and real estate business. Mumbai and Pune are other expensive cities in India where the land rates are high, food is expensive and clothes too are not cheap! Goa, the neighbouring state is one of the most expensive tourist destinations in India. Take a look at the list of top 10 most expensive cities in India.

10 Most expensive cities in India:

Delhi

The capital and largest metropolitan of India has largest retail industries, and the land prices in Delhi are shooting up every single day.

Mumbai

It is not just the city of dreams, but one of the most expensive cities of India. Mumbai's property market was ranked 10th most expensive worldwide. The financial capital of India is the 6th most expensive city for office spaces in the world.

Bangalore

The IT hub of India is the third most expensive city. Bangalore was ranked 'Beta World City' alongside Miami, Boston, Kuwait and Dallas.

Chennai

It is the fourth most expensive city in India. India's metropolitan city has a diverse economy of automobile, hardware manufacturing, software services, industries, financial services and health care.

Hyderabad

The City Of Pearls is not only populous but also one of the expensive cities in India. The hub of IT, pharmacy and biotechnology, Hyderabad or the land of Nawabs has the fifth best airport in the world.

Pune

The second largest city of Maharashtra is one of the expensive cities in India. The cultural capital of Maharashtra is famous for its excellent educational facilities, supply of glass and sugar.

Kolkata

The second most populous metropolitan city of India is considered a cheap city to live in. But, the city of Stock Exchange has economic stagnation since decades. The land rates are shooting up due to the reputed companies like Bata India, ITC Limited, Birla Corporation etc who have headquarters there.

Jaipur

The city of royals and rajas is one of the most expensive cities of India. Be it the hotels or tourist destinations, the Pink City has export business of gold, diamond and stone jewellery.