China vs India
China is about 51% pricier than India overall, with a price level of 49.8 versus 24.5 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, China scores higher (91 vs 75 of 100).
Metric China India
Price level (US=100) 49.8 24.5
GDP / capita (PPP) $27,105 $11,160
GNI / capita (PPP) $26,920 $11,000
Inflation (YoY) 0.2% 5.0%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category China India
Housing & utilities 69 29
Food 130 58
Transport 82 62
Restaurants & hotels 85 39
Health 64 23
Communication 86 27
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric China India
Quality-of-life score 91/100 75/100
Life expectancy 78 yrs 72 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.5 2.8
Internet users 92% 70%
Frequently asked
Is China more expensive than India?
China is more expensive: about 51% pricier than India overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in India?
Living the way $100,000 buys in China would cost roughly $49,000 in India, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, China or India?
China scores higher, 91 vs 75 out of 100.
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