Cost of living in bangalore for expats

💰 Overall Cost of Living (Monthly) 🧑‍💼 Single Professional : ------------------------ Rent (1 BHK / private room): ₹18,000 – ₹35,000 (central areas cost more) Shared / PG / Co-living: ₹6,000 – ₹15,000 Food & groceries: ₹6,000 – ₹12,000 Utilities (electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi): ₹2,000 – ₹4,000 Transport (bus/metro/ride-share): ₹1,500 – ₹4,000 Entertainment & lifestyle: ₹2,000 – ₹6,000 ✅ Typical range: ~₹25,000 to ₹60,000/month total (single person, moderate lifestyle) 👩‍❤️‍👨 Couple / Working Couple Rent (1.5–2 BHK): ₹20,000 – ₹40,000+ Groceries & food: ₹10,000 – ₹18,000 Utilities & internet: ₹3,000 – ₹5,000 Transport & lifestyle: ₹6,000 – ₹12,000 ✅ Typical range: ~₹40,000 to ₹90,000/month depending on comfort & location. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family (2 adults + kids) Rent (2–3 BHK): ₹30,000 – ₹80,000+ Groceries & food: ₹10,000 – ₹20,000 Utilities: ₹5,000 – ₹8,000 Transport: ₹4,000 – ₹8,000 School / childcare / healthcare: ₹10,000 – ₹30,000+ ✅ Typical range: ₹60,000 to over ₹1,20,000/month (comfort or premium family lifestyle). 🏠 Housing Costs PG / co-living with food: ~₹6,000 – ₹15,000/month 1 BHK (city center): ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 2 BHK (suburbs / good area): ₹30,000 – ₹60,000+ 3 BHK (premium): ₹60,000 – ₹90,000+, sometimes more depending on locality. Note: Security deposits are typically 6–10 months’ rent upfront, which can be a major initial cost. 🛍️ Daily & Misc Expenses Groceries: ₹4,000 – ₹8,000/month (single) Dining out: ₹800 – ₹2,000 per meal for two at mid-range places Public transport: ₹1,000 – ₹2,000/month if using bus/metro Ride-share (Ola/Uber): ₹2,000 – ₹5,000/month depending on usage Gym membership: ₹1,000 – ₹3,000/month Internet: ₹600 – ₹1,200/month