Kozhikode (Calicut), India

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India

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About Kozhikode (Calicut), India

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$310

Family of 4 / mo

$795

Avg salary (after tax)

$518

Kozhikode, also known as Calicut, is a beautiful city located on the southwestern coast of India in the state of Kerala. This city is famous for its rich history and cultural heritage. Kozhikode was once a major trading port, attracting merchants from all over the world, especially during the spice trade.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Kozhikode· Updated May 22, 2026

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Fashion

Men's Dress ShoesUSD $92.78
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $82.84
Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $59.64
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $109.35

Financial

Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.08
Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $596.43

Food - Beverages

Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.78
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $5.17
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.98
Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.25
CappuccinoUSD $2.34

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $2.68
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $15.9
Fast Food ComboUSD $4.96

Food - Grocery

Beef Round (1 kg)USD $9.45
Apples (1 kg)USD $3.82
Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.23
Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.26
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.09
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.68
Onions (1 kg)USD $1.02
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.99
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.48
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $13.92
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $7.96
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $6.76
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $9.93
Dozen EggsUSD $1.35
White Rice (1 kg)USD $0.92
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.64
Milk (1 litre)USD $0.98

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $124.26
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $218.69
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $139.17
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $530.15
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $278.33
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $84.5

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $36.45
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $19.87
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $5.96
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $120.4
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $3,479

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.57
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $0.7
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $25,845
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $2.48
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $29.82
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $43,738
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.34

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $22.78
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $68.84