In Shimla, India, a family of four typically needs around $780 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $286 monthly.
Shimla is 73% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Shimla is 86% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Shimla is, on average, 97% lower than in New York City.
Shimla is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The primary driver of expenses in Shimla is rent and utilities, which can significantly impact overall living costs.
Food prices in Shimla are 56% lower compared to the European benchmark, making it quite affordable.
Public transport in Shimla is 78% lower than the European benchmark, providing a cost-effective option for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 1.78 $ |
| Dinner | 5.97 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 3.6 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.66 $ |
| Capuccino | 0.99 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.34 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.75 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.44 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.66 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 0.94 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.4 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.64 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.09 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.79 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.74 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.94 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.44 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.27 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.32 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.23 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 0.99 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 5.95 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.46 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 3.8 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.24 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 8.98 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.22 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 3.74 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 11.3 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 2.18 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 2.99 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.43 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 0.99 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 12 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 19 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 7.05 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 54 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 144 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 88 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 227 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 2,431 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 987 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 682 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 8.47% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 14.9 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 3.58 $ |
| Haircut | 2.24 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 47.7 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 34.5 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 47 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 2,427 $ |