Kochi, India

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Country

India

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About Kochi, India

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$250

Family of 4 / mo

$641

Avg salary (after tax)

$1,106

Kochi, also known as Cochin, is a beautiful city located on the southwestern coast of India in the state of Kerala. It is famous for its stunning backwaters, lush green landscapes, and rich history. Kochi has a unique blend of cultures, influenced by its past as a major trading port.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

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Fashion

Men's Dress ShoesUSD $69.59
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $48.45
Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $49.7
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $74.22

Financial

Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.08
Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,272

Food - Beverages

Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.73
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.78
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.99
Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.29
CappuccinoUSD $2.22

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $3.97
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $13.92
Fast Food ComboUSD $4.96

Food - Grocery

Beef Round (1 kg)USD $7.58
Apples (1 kg)USD $3.07
Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.09
Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.84
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $0.99
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.65
Onions (1 kg)USD $0.79
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.04
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.51
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $9.95
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $4.96
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $4.81
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $13.69
Dozen EggsUSD $1.49
White Rice (1 kg)USD $0.92
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.5
Milk (1 litre)USD $1.09

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $213.98
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $275.02
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $222.67
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $603.06
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $393.36
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $129.01

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $20.87
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $21.88
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $3.97
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $109.07
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $2,353

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.04
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $2.89
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $19,881
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $1.19
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $17.89
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $36,621
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.34

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $14.29
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $33.79