Bangalore vs Madurai — Cost of Living Comparison
Breakdown of Monthly Expenses
| Category | Bangalore | Madurai |
|---|---|---|
| rent | ₹ 18,000 | ₹ 8,500 |
| groceries | ₹ 6,000 | ₹ 6,000 |
| utilities | ₹ 2,500 | ₹ 2,500 |
| transport | ₹ 2,000 | ₹ 2,000 |
| dining | ₹ 4,000 | ₹ 4,000 |
| internet | ₹ 1,000 | ₹ 1,000 |
| entertainment | ₹ 1,500 | ₹ 1,500 |
| misc | ₹ 2,000 | ₹ 2,000 |
| Total Monthly Cost | ₹ 37,000 | ₹ 27,500 |
Food Prices
| Item | Bangalore | Madurai |
|---|---|---|
| basicLunch | ₹ 206 | ₹ 205 |
| midRangeDinner | ₹ 927 | ₹ 969 |
| coffee | ₹ 172 | ₹ 178 |
| milk (1 liter) | ₹ 65 | ₹ 65 |
| bread (1 loaf) | ₹ 68 | ₹ 68 |
| eggs (12) | ₹ 90 | ₹ 90 |
| rice (1 kg) | ₹ 88 | ₹ 88 |
| chicken (1 kg) | ₹ 230 | ₹ 230 |
| fruits (1 kg) | ₹ 120 | ₹ 120 |
| vegetables (1 kg) | ₹ 60 | ₹ 60 |
Clothing Prices
| Item | Bangalore | Madurai |
|---|---|---|
| tshirt | ₹ 574 | ₹ 674 |
| jeans | ₹ 1,522 | ₹ 1,539 |
| shoes | ₹ 3,052 | ₹ 3,145 |
| jacket | ₹ 1,918 | ₹ 1,744 |