Kolkata
India, Asia
14.8M people
Asia/Kolkata
Bengali
City
Culture
Kolkata
Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is a vibrant city in eastern India, known for its rich history, culture, and colonial architecture.
History
Safety
60
Security
Moderate
Cost
40
Living costs
Affordable
Healthcare
70
Medical
Good
32°
L: 22°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
1500mmCost of Living
40
Overall Cost
Affordable
25
Rent Index
Very Affordable
30
Groceries
Very Affordable
20
Restaurants
Very Affordable
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$300
City center
3 Bedroom
$800
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% lower
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
65
Overall Quality Score
Very Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
65
Very Good
Good65
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
70
Very Good
Good70
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
70
Very Good
Good70
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 90/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 85/100
Entertainment
70/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
30
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
45h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
70
Good
Good70
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
30
Low Cost
Good30
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 SafetyModerate
Score: 60/100
Crime Rate IndexModerate
Index: 40/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability75/100
Emergency
100
Disaster Risk
Moderate
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
70
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
40
Fair
Poor40
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$20
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$0.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
60
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
65
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
60
Good
Average60
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
65
Good
Good65
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$20
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$0.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
50
Schools
MONTHLY
$200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
65
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
70
Good
Major Universities
University of Calcutta
Higher education institution
Jadavpur University
Higher education institution
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
85
Excellent85
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
70
Good70
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
60
Average60
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Moderate
70
Good70
Language Barrier
Moderate
30
Bad30
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
60
Average60
Digital Nomad Guide
30 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure50/100
Visa Process40/100
Banking & Finance70/100
Avg Salary
$500
Work Hours/Week
45h
Internet Cost
$15/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom60/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease60/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 30/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency70/100
Cultural Diversity90/100
Official Languages
Bengali, Hindi, English
Tipping Culture
Not mandatory, but appreciated
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, with many people visiting parks and markets.
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Languages
Bengali, Hindi +1
Emergency
100
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not mandatory, but appreciated
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, with many people visiting parks and markets.
Best Time to Visit
October
November
December
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
14.8M
Population
40
Cost Index
30 Mbps
Internet
$0.3K
1BR Rent
60
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of Calcutta
Nearby location
Jadavpur University
Nearby location
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Nearby location
Airports
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
Nearby location
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