VanBasket India

Food Prices in India — August 2026

Updated: 1 August 2026

Current Index

58.2

vs World Average

-41.8%

Official (IMF + World Bank)

Real grocery prices

Price per unit in your currency

Prices known for 4 of 10 items — help fill the rest

Milk 1 L

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$0.81

-54% World (base = 100)
Eggs 12 pcs

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$1.94

-44% World (base = 100)
Chicken 1 kg

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$3.72

-37% World (base = 100)
Rice 1 kg

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$1.61

-29% World (base = 100)
Bread 500 g loaf
Water 1.5 L bottle
Cheese 1 kg
Tomatoes 1 kg
Potatoes 1 kg
Beer 0.5 L bottle

Monthly basket, 1 person

Directional: 4 milk + 2 eggs + 4 chicken + 4 rice

$28.44

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What this means for vanlife

Food in India is very cheap — 41.8% below the world average. An excellent destination for budget van travel: the same grocery basket costs around $175 per month (vs $300 world average).

↓ Year-over-year change: -0.8% 2026

Index History

Index:

Based on World Bank ICP 2021, adjusted with IMF CPI

Compare with India

India

58.2

World (base = 100)

100

If you spend 100 at home:

100

Select home and destination countries to compare food costs

Similar Countries

Nepal 61 -39%

Tajikistan 62 -38%

Myanmar 63 -37%

Egypt 65 -35%

Bangladesh 65 -35%

More countries in Asia

Nepal 61 -39%

Tajikistan 62 -38%

Myanmar 63 -37%

Bangladesh 65 -35%

Kyrgyzstan 65 -35%

Uzbekistan 68 -32%

FAQ

Is food expensive in India?

No, food in India is cheap. The VanBasket Index is 58.2 (world average = 100), meaning food is 41.8% below the global average — great for budget travel.

How much should I budget for food in India per month?

If the world average monthly food spend is $300, in India you can expect to spend around $175. This is based on the VanBasket Index of 58.2 (world = 100).

How does India compare to similar countries?

India has a VanBasket Index of 58.2. Similar or nearby countries: Nepal, Tajikistan, Myanmar.

How often is the food price data for India updated?

The index is updated monthly using IMF Consumer Price Index data. The baseline is from World Bank ICP 2021.

About the data: The VanBasket Index is based on World Bank ICP 2021 food price level data, adjusted monthly using IMF CPI. World average = 100. Index > 100 means food is more expensive than the global average. API for developers →

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