At a glance
 IN
Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Nomad score | 6.3 / 10 | 5.6 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,314 / mo | $1,310 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 32° / 21°C | 21° / 10°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 118 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups | 74 Moderate |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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IN
Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 28.9°C | 17.5°C |
| Average low | 18.3°C | 7°C |
| Precipitation | 63 mm / mo | 105 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 298 h / mo | 297 h / mo |
| Humidity | 61% | 68% |
| Rain days | 6.3 / mo | 12.3 / mo |
| Wind speed | 15.8 km/h | 11.6 km/h |
IN
Chandigarh · average high by month
J 18
F 22
M 28
A 34
M 36
J 37
J 33
A 32
S 32
O 30
N 25
D 20
IN
Shimla · average high by month
J 10
F 11
M 16
A 20
M 22
J 23
J 22
A 21
S 21
O 18
N 15
D 12
Air quality
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 118 | 74 |
| PM2.5 | 45.9 µg/m³ | 16.2 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 67.3 µg/m³ | 24.7 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 206 µg/m³ | 154 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 6.6 | 7.8 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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IN
Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 4.6 | 2.8 |
| Local Payment Services | 8.7 | 7.8 |
| Startup Scene | 6.3 | 2.8 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 7.6 | 4.7 |
| Green Spaces | 8.1 | 7.5 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 5.8 | 3.6 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Seasonal Variety | 6.2 | 7.3 |
| Weather | 5.3 | 6.5 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.2 | 7.4 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 7.5 | 6.1 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 5.0 | 3.7 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.3 | 7.6 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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IN
Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 7.4 | 6.8 |
| Cost of Living | 7.9 | 7.2 |
| Currency Stability | 6.2 | 6.5 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.1 | 6.5 |
| Food & Groceries | 8.1 | 7.5 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 7.0 | 6.4 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.8 | 6.5 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 7.2 | 7.8 |
| Indoors Fun | 5.5 | 4.0 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 5.3 | 4.7 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 6.5 | 7.5 |
| Nightlife | 5.6 | 3.1 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 7.2 | 8.8 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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| Nomad Events & Meetups | 3.0 | 2.1 |
| Nomad Friendly | 5.5 | 4.4 |
| Online Community Presence | 3.4 | 2.9 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 6.3 | 4.9 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 6.0 | 3.3 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 5.2 | 4.0 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 3.1 | 2.9 |
| Internet Speed | 7.3 | 6.3 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 8.3 | 8.0 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 6.8 | 4.7 |
| Food Scene | 7.4 | 6.2 |
| Healthy Food Options | 6.5 | 5.5 |
| Yoga Studios | 6.9 | 6.4 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 7.3 | 6.0 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Healthcare Quality | 6.8 | 5.4 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.6 | 0.5 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 4.3 | 4.2 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.8 | 3.5 |
| Freedom of Speech | 5.1 | 4.7 |
| Political Stability | 6.1 | 6.1 |
| Tax Friendliness | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| Visa Ease | 5.5 | 4.9 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 4.9 | 5.7 |
| Cleanliness | 6.5 | 5.7 |
| Environmental Quality | 6.3 | 7.0 |
| Family Friendly | 7.1 | 6.8 |
| Language Barrier | 6.5 | 7.1 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.3 | 6.5 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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Shimla
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| Female Friendly | 7.3 | 6.6 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| Safety | 7.8 | 7.5 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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Shimla
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| Airport Connectivity | 6.9 | 3.9 |
| Cycling | 6.6 | 1.7 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 7.3 | 5.3 |
| Public Transit | 5.9 | 3.8 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 7.5 | 2.6 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 5.3 | 3.2 |
| Walkability | 6.7 | 6.3 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 6.1 | 3.7 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 5.1 | 3.3 |
| Networking Opportunities | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 5.1 | 3.2 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.1 | 6.6 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $34 per pair | $30 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $30 per dress | $19 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $59 per pair | $59 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $32 per month | $37 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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| Cinema Ticket | $3.74 per ticket | $3.20 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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Shimla
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| Coffee | $2.35 per cup | $1.92 per cup |
| Beer | $2.67 per pint | $2.35 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $3.74 per meal | $2.67 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $19 per meal | $19 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $4.81 per meal | $5.87 per meal |
| Apples | $1.92 per kg | $1.50 per kg |
| Bread | $0.59 per loaf | $0.59 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.32 per bottle | $0.48 per bottle |
| Milk | $0.70 per liter | $0.73 per liter |
| Rice | $1.01 per kg | $0.80 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $3.42 per kg | $3.42 per kg |
| Beef | $0.00 per kg | $4.81 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $10 per bottle | $10 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $85 per month | $91 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
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IN
Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $5.34 per month | $8.54 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $6.41 per visit | $6.41 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $1.60 per purchase | $2.67 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $128 per month | $128 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $198 per month | $166 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $587 per month | $587 per month |
| Coworking Space | $80 per month | $69 per month |
| Coliving Space | $160 per month | $235 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $6.41 per month | $6.41 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $16 per month | $16 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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| Haircut | $4.81 per visit | $4.81 per visit |
| Laundry | $0.43 per kg | $0.43 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $3.73 per month | $4.26 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $8.53 per month | $8.01 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $5.33 one-time | $5.34 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $27 per month | $24 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $6.41 per hour | $6.41 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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| Transportation | $21 per month | $19 per month |
| Taxi Start | $0.64 per trip | $1.28 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.19 per km | $0.37 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $8.54 per month | $13 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $1.60 per trip | $3.74 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.09 per liter | $1.05 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $5.34 per month | $8.54 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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IN
Chandigarh
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IN
Shimla
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $27 per month | $27 per month |