Cost of living in India compared to Dominican Republic
Currency:
Food | - 37% | |||
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Food in India is 37% cheaper than in Dominican Republic | ||||
India | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ₨417 (RD$ 298) | RD$ 540 | - 45% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ₨340 (RD$ 243) | RD$ 422 | - 43% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ₨168 (RD$ 120) | RD$ 190 | - 37% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ₨60 (RD$ 43) | RD$ 73 | - 41% | |
12 eggs, large | ₨87 (RD$ 62) | RD$ 118 | - 47% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ₨47 (RD$ 34) | RD$ 85 | - 60% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ₨243 (RD$ 174) | RD$ 257 | - 32% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ₨182 (RD$ 130) | RD$ 159 | - 18% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ₨32 (RD$ 23) | RD$ 70 | - 68% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ₨155 (RD$ 111) | RD$ 134 | - 17% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ₨905 (RD$ 647) | RD$ 784 | - 17% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | ₨88 (RD$ 63) | RD$ 81 | - 22% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ₨39 (RD$ 28) | RD$ 47 | - 40% | |
Housing | - 43% | |||
Housing in India is 43% cheaper than in Dominican Republic | ||||
India | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ₨46,457 (RD$ 33,194) | RD$ 57,457 | - 42% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ₨26,696 (RD$ 19,074) | RD$ 28,006 | - 32% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ₨4,673 (RD$ 3,339) | RD$ 4,183 | - 20% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ₨26,601 (RD$ 19,006) | RD$ 28,370 | - 33% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ₨14,895 (RD$ 10,643) | RD$ 13,550 | - 21% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ₨4,065 (RD$ 2,904) | RD$ 1,976 | + 47% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ₨595 (RD$ 425) | RD$ 1,584 | - 73% | |
40” flat screen tv | ₨29,913 (RD$ 21,373) | RD$ 28,006 | - 24% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ₨10,503 (RD$ 7,504) | RD$ 6,815 | + 10% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ₨455 (RD$ 325) | RD$ 466 | - 30% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | ₨647 (RD$ 462) | RD$ 1,242 | - 63% | |
Clothes | - 12% | |||
Clothes in India is 12% cheaper than in Dominican Republic | ||||
India | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ₨2,412 (RD$ 1,723) | RD$ 2,446 | - 30% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ₨2,912 (RD$ 2,081) | RD$ 1,766 | + 18% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ₨4,109 (RD$ 2,936) | RD$ 4,580 | - 36% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ₨2,950 (RD$ 2,108) | RD$ 5,309 | - 60% | |
Transportation | - 35% | |||
Transportation in India is 35% cheaper than in Dominican Republic | ||||
India | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ₨1,910,150 (RD$ 1,364,818) | RD$ 632,273 | + 116% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ₨102 (RD$ 73) | RD$ 76 | - 4% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | ₨1,062 (RD$ 759) | RD$ 2,698 | - 72% | |
Personal Care | - 38% | |||
Personal Care in India is 38% cheaper than in Dominican Republic | ||||
India | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ₨140 (RD$ 100) | RD$ 308 | - 68% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ₨241 (RD$ 172) | RD$ 275 | - 37% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ₨953 (RD$ 681) | RD$ 2,161 | - 68% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ₨386 (RD$ 276) | RD$ 159 | + 74% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ₨200 (RD$ 143) | RD$ 152 | - 6% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ₨294 (RD$ 210) | RD$ 267 | - 21% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | ₨155 (RD$ 111) | RD$ 133 | - 16% | |
Tube of toothpaste | ₨86 (RD$ 61) | RD$ 148 | - 59% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ₨275 (RD$ 196) | RD$ 642 | - 69% | |
Entertainment | - 39% | |||
Entertainment in India is 39% cheaper than in Dominican Republic | ||||
India | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ₨1,451 (RD$ 1,037) | RD$ 1,462 | - 29% | |
2 tickets to the movies | ₨688 (RD$ 491) | RD$ 697 | - 30% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ₨1,587 (RD$ 1,134) | RD$ 2,320 | - 51% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ₨2,125 (RD$ 1,518) | RD$ 3,640 | - 58% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ₨625 (RD$ 446) | RD$ 497 | - 10% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ₨191 (RD$ 137) | RD$ 227 | - 40% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ₨178 (RD$ 127) | RD$ 167 | - 24% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ₨47,373 (RD$ 33,848) | RD$ 23,456 | + 44% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ₨1.67 (RD$ 1.19) | RD$ 8 | - 85% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | ₨1,611 (RD$ 1,151) | RD$ 2,882 | - 60% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ₨289 (RD$ 206) | RD$ 261 | - 21% | |
TOTAL | - 37% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 8,104 prices entered by 1,139 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
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Cost of living in India is 37% cheaper than in Dominican Republic
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