Kozhikode

Kerala, India

Tier 2 City

"City of Spices — historical port with growing IT sector and great food"

Overview

Population4 Lakhs

Metro Population5 Lakhs

Best For

History loversfood enthusiastsbeach life seekersIT professionals

VibeCosmopolitan Kerala — historic, progressive, great food culture

Cost Snapshot

Monthly Expense (Couple)₹38k – ₹72k

Rent (2BHK)₹10k – ₹20k / month

Buy (2BHK)₹45L – ₹1.00 Cr

vs Mumbai-35% cheaper

Detailed Ratings

ClimateHot & Humid

Hot temperatures with high humidity

Cost of Living

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Moderate

Healthcare

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Excellent — top-tier hospitals

Safety

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Very Safe

Air Quality

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Good

Traffic

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Moderate — peak congestion

Water Availability

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Abundant

Internet

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Excellent — fiber + 5G

Public Transport

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Adequate buses

Social Scene

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Active

Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

Vasco da Gama landed here — rich history
Famous Kozhikode halwa, biryani, seafood
Calicut beach — clean and accessible
Growing IT/startup ecosystem
Excellent hospital network at Kerala standard

✗ Cons

Very humid — especially monsoon (Jun–Sep)
Traffic in city center
Expensive by non-Kerala standards
Heavy rainfall in monsoon affects mobility

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Note: Costs are 2026 reference baseline estimates. Live AQI data from AQICN. Always verify current costs before making decisions.