Cost of Living in Bengaluru, India
Bengaluru is a city in India, where a single person can expect to spend about $558 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $328 per month, or $200 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 50 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Bengaluru scores 55/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 88°F and winter highs around 82°F, with roughly 230 sunny days a year.
Bengaluru Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Bengaluru
How Bengaluru Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Bengaluru is cheaper than 97% of them, but sits in the bottom 3% for air quality.
| Metric | Bengaluru | World rank | Rank in Asia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $558 | #9 of 340 | #8 of 65 |
| Safety | 55/100 | #213 of 340 | #56 of 65 |
| Healthcare | 60/100 | #241 of 340 | #44 of 65 |
| Internet speed | 50 Mbps | #290 of 340 | #48 of 65 |
| Walkability | 30/100 | #303 of 340 | #55 of 65 |
| Public transit | 35/100 | #172 of 340 | #31 of 65 |
| Food scene | 75/100 | #156 of 340 | #50 of 65 |
| Air quality | 30/100 | #332 of 340 | #60 of 65 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Bengaluru
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Bengaluru.
- Kathmandu, Nepal — $431/mo, 23% cheaper, safety 58/100
- Jaipur, India — $391/mo, 30% cheaper, safety 50/100
Bengaluru FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Bengaluru?
A single person should budget around $558 per month in Bengaluru, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $1,312 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Bengaluru?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Bengaluru averages $328 per month, dropping to about $200 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $870.
Is Bengaluru safe?
Bengaluru scores 55/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 52/100.
How fast is the internet in Bengaluru?
Median download speeds in Bengaluru are around 50 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 80 coworking spaces in the city.
Does India offer a digital nomad visa?
India does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 30 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Bengaluru?
Bengaluru sees summer highs around 88°F and winter highs near 82°F, with about 230 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 96 days.
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