Living in India: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in India

Living in India

Last updated on Mar 02, 2024

Summary: The approximate population of India is 1.3 billion people. The largest cities in India are Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Expats love living in India for its vibrant culture, diverse landscapes, and friendly people. Life in India is often described as chaotic, colorful, and full of life. Popular foods in India include curries, tandoori dishes, samosas, and naan. The cons of living in India include air pollution, poverty, and a lack of infrastructure. The average cost of living for an expat is around $1,000-$2,000 USD per month. This cost of living can vary depending on the city and lifestyle.

What do I need to know about living in India?

When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to India, they said:

"To get in touch with someone who has been or knows somebody in that city, before and after coming, as Indians are generally very hospitable and like to help others, The fact is that almost every second household has someone from the family settled abroad ( Worldwide )," said one expat who made the move to Hyderabad.

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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

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