Hi Asha,
I have been in Bangalore for over 2 years. It is better to take accommodation near the place of work to avoid traffic. Also, it would be good if one owns their mode of transport instead of relying on auto, taxi, or bus services. Accommodation is costly in central locations. On average, two persons can manage with living expenses of 8-10K per month. The rest may be allocated to lifestyle expenses.
From India, Bangalore
I have been in Bangalore for over 2 years. It is better to take accommodation near the place of work to avoid traffic. Also, it would be good if one owns their mode of transport instead of relying on auto, taxi, or bus services. Accommodation is costly in central locations. On average, two persons can manage with living expenses of 8-10K per month. The rest may be allocated to lifestyle expenses.
From India, Bangalore
Hi Asha,
The basic expenditure in Bangalore includes:
House Rent - 1BHK is around 4000/- in good residential areas and up to 7500/- in posh areas. For a house, we have to pay a security refundable deposit of around 10 months' rent.
Transportation - Depends upon your friend's office and residence, and even the mode of transportation.
Food and daily basic needs will be around 4K.
The remaining expenses are left to the person who lives here.
Jeeva
From India, Bangalore
653The basic expenditure in Bangalore includes:
House Rent - 1BHK is around 4000/- in good residential areas and up to 7500/- in posh areas. For a house, we have to pay a security refundable deposit of around 10 months' rent.
Transportation - Depends upon your friend's office and residence, and even the mode of transportation.
Food and daily basic needs will be around 4K.
The remaining expenses are left to the person who lives here.
Jeeva
From India, Bangalore
Hi Mahesh,
I'm sorry if I am hurting you. Nowadays, we don't get reasonable food for Rs. 20. The minimum price now is Rs. 25. House rent is at its peak compared to other southern cities, and we can't even think about the advance for the house, whereas in other cities, the advance amount is around 3 months' rent. The bus fare is not just a little high; it is too high. I agree about the auto fare being lower compared to other cities in India. Even food items like rice and dal are comparatively higher than in other cities.
Cheers,
Jeeva
From India, Bangalore
I'm sorry if I am hurting you. Nowadays, we don't get reasonable food for Rs. 20. The minimum price now is Rs. 25. House rent is at its peak compared to other southern cities, and we can't even think about the advance for the house, whereas in other cities, the advance amount is around 3 months' rent. The bus fare is not just a little high; it is too high. I agree about the auto fare being lower compared to other cities in India. Even food items like rice and dal are comparatively higher than in other cities.
Cheers,
Jeeva
From India, Bangalore
Hello Jeeva,
There is nothing you said that made me feel hurt. I rather appreciate your way of communication. Let me tell you something. I mentioned that you can get food at that rate in some places like Tipasandra, KR Puram, Windsor Garden, Koramangala last stop, Jakasandra, etc. The house where I was staying was 12k, and now they have reduced it to 7k. It's due to the recession (at least it is helping us in this way).
Rice and dal are a little costlier because Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are the major producers of these items, and they are transported to other places.
Bus rates are higher compared to Tamil Nadu. The reason is that public transportation rates in Chennai itself are lower than in other cities in Tamil Nadu, mainly because of the subsidiary procedure in the Tamil Nadu government's policy.
I don't say that Bangalore is a cheaper place. Instead, let me remind you that nowadays, every place is becoming costlier. A place like Trivandrum (my hometown) is more expensive than Chennai (I was actually surprised). However, they don't have multiple choices in commodities.
Please don't misunderstand me if you feel that my words are a bit harsh. Do well... All the best...
From India, Bangalore
There is nothing you said that made me feel hurt. I rather appreciate your way of communication. Let me tell you something. I mentioned that you can get food at that rate in some places like Tipasandra, KR Puram, Windsor Garden, Koramangala last stop, Jakasandra, etc. The house where I was staying was 12k, and now they have reduced it to 7k. It's due to the recession (at least it is helping us in this way).
Rice and dal are a little costlier because Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are the major producers of these items, and they are transported to other places.
Bus rates are higher compared to Tamil Nadu. The reason is that public transportation rates in Chennai itself are lower than in other cities in Tamil Nadu, mainly because of the subsidiary procedure in the Tamil Nadu government's policy.
I don't say that Bangalore is a cheaper place. Instead, let me remind you that nowadays, every place is becoming costlier. A place like Trivandrum (my hometown) is more expensive than Chennai (I was actually surprised). However, they don't have multiple choices in commodities.
Please don't misunderstand me if you feel that my words are a bit harsh. Do well... All the best...
From India, Bangalore
Hi Mahesh,
I appreciate the way you communicate. Of course, I agree that rentals have decreased in some areas like Koramangala and JP Nagar due to the recession. That's why I mentioned that rent varies from 4000/- to 7500/- per month.
I am not aware of the cost of living in Trivandrum. I have some friends from Kerala, and they have mentioned that it is not as expensive as Bangalore. I agree with you on the increasing cost of living in other cities like Hyderabad and Chennai, but it is relatively more economical compared to here.
Let's conclude this point.
Anyhow, it's been nice communicating with you :) :)
Jeeva
From India, Bangalore
I appreciate the way you communicate. Of course, I agree that rentals have decreased in some areas like Koramangala and JP Nagar due to the recession. That's why I mentioned that rent varies from 4000/- to 7500/- per month.
I am not aware of the cost of living in Trivandrum. I have some friends from Kerala, and they have mentioned that it is not as expensive as Bangalore. I agree with you on the increasing cost of living in other cities like Hyderabad and Chennai, but it is relatively more economical compared to here.
Let's conclude this point.
Anyhow, it's been nice communicating with you :) :)
Jeeva
From India, Bangalore
if we we are comparing banglore city with other indian cities its very low costly, its cool , calm and aslo green citiy
From India, Madras
From India, Madras
Hello Jeeva,
Thanks for the outcome. I think you are a little upset with my answer. It was simply a difference in our individual visions of ideas. I must mention that I don't know much about Kerala as I was raised in Chennai.
Anyway, no hard feelings. I just shared my knowledge of Bangalore. Please don't take it personally. :-)
From India, Bangalore
Thanks for the outcome. I think you are a little upset with my answer. It was simply a difference in our individual visions of ideas. I must mention that I don't know much about Kerala as I was raised in Chennai.
Anyway, no hard feelings. I just shared my knowledge of Bangalore. Please don't take it personally. :-)
From India, Bangalore
Hi Mahesh,
I didn't get upset with your answers. I just wanted to stop this topic, or it will keep continuing. So, you were raised in Chennai. Where in Chennai? I am also from near Chennai.
I have no hard feelings. Just cheer up, dude. :)
Jeeva
From India, Bangalore
I didn't get upset with your answers. I just wanted to stop this topic, or it will keep continuing. So, you were raised in Chennai. Where in Chennai? I am also from near Chennai.
I have no hard feelings. Just cheer up, dude. :)
Jeeva
From India, Bangalore
Hello Asha,
Bangalore is expensive; however, it is manageable. Since your friend is conservative in his spending habits, I don't think it should be much of a problem. Someone with a salary of 30-35k can maintain a decent lifestyle and even save some money.
The point to be noted here is whether your friend has any outstanding liabilities, like loans, which may drastically limit his financial freedom. I have attached an expense chart (average) that I hope will be helpful.
Regards,
Satya
From India, Bangalore
Bangalore is expensive; however, it is manageable. Since your friend is conservative in his spending habits, I don't think it should be much of a problem. Someone with a salary of 30-35k can maintain a decent lifestyle and even save some money.
The point to be noted here is whether your friend has any outstanding liabilities, like loans, which may drastically limit his financial freedom. I have attached an expense chart (average) that I hope will be helpful.
Regards,
Satya
From India, Bangalore
Hello,
I have been staying in Bangalore (Kaggadaspura) for the last 2 years. Previously, I lived in Delhi (Vasant Kunj) for 10 years. I find Bangalore to be more expensive than Delhi. The cost of living is higher here. For me, a 2 BHK flat costs 6500 excluding electricity. Being a family man, food costs range between 5000 to 7000 RS, which are basic expenditures. If you don't have an LPG connection, it will cost around 680 if you opt for private services since it's difficult to get an LPG connection without a local Ration card.
In terms of outings for food, Bangalore is expensive, but one advantage is that you don't need AC in your flat as Bangalore has a natural cooling effect.
Thank you.
From India, Bangalore
I have been staying in Bangalore (Kaggadaspura) for the last 2 years. Previously, I lived in Delhi (Vasant Kunj) for 10 years. I find Bangalore to be more expensive than Delhi. The cost of living is higher here. For me, a 2 BHK flat costs 6500 excluding electricity. Being a family man, food costs range between 5000 to 7000 RS, which are basic expenditures. If you don't have an LPG connection, it will cost around 680 if you opt for private services since it's difficult to get an LPG connection without a local Ration card.
In terms of outings for food, Bangalore is expensive, but one advantage is that you don't need AC in your flat as Bangalore has a natural cooling effect.
Thank you.
From India, Bangalore
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