Trivandrum vs Bangalore — Cost of Living Comparison
Breakdown of Monthly Expenses
| Category | Trivandrum | Bangalore |
|---|---|---|
| rent | ₹ 9,000 | ₹ 18,000 |
| 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 | ₹ 28,000 | ₹ 37,000 |
Food Prices
| Item | Trivandrum | Bangalore |
|---|---|---|
| basicLunch | ₹ 198 | ₹ 206 |
| midRangeDinner | ₹ 868 | ₹ 927 |
| coffee | ₹ 168 | ₹ 172 |
| 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 | Trivandrum | Bangalore |
|---|---|---|
| tshirt | ₹ 684 | ₹ 574 |
| jeans | ₹ 1,661 | ₹ 1,522 |
| shoes | ₹ 3,930 | ₹ 3,052 |
| jacket | ₹ 1,676 | ₹ 1,918 |