Vadodara
India, Asia
1.8M people
Asia/Kolkata
Gujarati
City
Historical
Vadodara
Vadodara, also known as Baroda, is a city in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is the administrative headquarters of Vadodara District.
Cultural
Safety
70
Security
Safe
Cost
45
Living costs
Affordable
Healthcare
65
Medical
Good
35°
L: 20°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
1000mmCost of Living
45
Overall Cost
Affordable
30
Rent Index
Very Affordable
35
Groceries
Affordable
30
Restaurants
Very Affordable
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$200
City center
3 Bedroom
$600
City center
Cost vs Global Average5% lower
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
60
Overall Quality Score
Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
75
Excellent
Good75
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
70
Very Good
Good70
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
60
Good
Average60
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
60
Good
Average60
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
50
Good
Average50
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 75/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 70/100
Entertainment
60/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
30
Mbps Internet
SPACES
5
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
40
out of 100
Poor40
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
45h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
65
Good
Good65
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
25
Low Cost
Good25
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
100
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
70
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent82
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 70/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 30/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability85/100
Emergency
100
Disaster Risk
Moderate
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
65
Health Index
LIFESPAN
70
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
60
Good
Average60
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
45
Fair
Poor45
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$15
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$0.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
50
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
60
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
40
Fair
Nearby Airports
Vadodara Airport (BDQ)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
50
Fair
Average50
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
60
Good
Average60
Traffic Congestion
High
60 Index
Average60
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$15
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$0.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$100
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
65
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
70
Good
Major Universities
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
80
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
75
Good75
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
70
Good70
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
60
Average60
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
50
Average50
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Moderate
60
Average60
Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
50
Average50
Digital Nomad Guide
30 Mbps
Internet Speed
5
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure50/100
Visa Process40/100
Banking & Finance70/100
Avg Salary
$500
Work Hours/Week
45h
Internet Cost
$20/month
Visa Info
Check Indian visa requirements based on your nationality
Business Freedom60/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease50/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency60/100
Cultural Diversity75/100
Official Languages
Gujarati, Hindi, English
Tipping Culture
Not mandatory, but appreciated
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Languages
Gujarati, Hindi +1
Emergency
100
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not mandatory, but appreciated
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
October
November
December
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate
Visa Requirements
Check Indian visa requirements based on your nationality
Key Statistics
1.8M
Population
45
Cost Index
30 Mbps
Internet
$0.2K
1BR Rent
50
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
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🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
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🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
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🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
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🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Nearby location
Airports
Vadodara Airport (BDQ)
Nearby location
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