CoinGecko released its Bitcoin Pizza Day Index 2026 on Friday, calculating how many pizzas a single Bitcoin can buy in different countries. In India, the number stands at 18,302 — a reflection of the cryptocurrency's purchasing power relative to local pizza prices.
What the index measures
The index, published every May 22 to mark Bitcoin Pizza Day, compares the current Bitcoin price to average pizza prices in various markets. For India, the calculation uses the national average price for a standard pizza and divides that into Bitcoin’s dollar value. The result: 18,302 pies per coin.
Why the number matters
For Indian users, the figure illustrates Bitcoin’s real-world buying power in a market where prices are significantly lower than in the U.S. or Europe. The index doesn't include transaction fees or exchange spreads, so the actual number of pizzas someone could buy would vary by platform and location. Still, 18,302 is a striking benchmark for a coin that once bought just two.
