How Much Should I Earn to Live Solo in Bengaluru?

Bengaluru, is a city of opportunities, vibrant nightlife, and growing urban conveniences. Everyone is excited to visit Bengaluru but when it comes to shifting to this city, the real question arises. How much do you actually need to earn to live comfortably as a single person? Let’s break down the costs.

1. Rent & Utilities

For a single person, a 1BHK or studio apartment in a decent neighborhood like HSR Layout, Koramangala, Indiranagar, or Whitefield ranges from:

• Rent: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 per month

• Electricity: ₹2,000 – ₹3,500 (depending on AC use)

• Water & Gas: ₹800 – ₹1,500

Estimated Total: ₹18,000 – ₹30,000

Tip: Renting slightly further from the city center (like Marathahalli or Sarjapur Road) can save ₹5,000–₹7,000 on rent.

To cut down the cab costs, you can rent an EV scooter for monthly/weekly/daily basis, from Let’s driEV for as low as ~Rs. 75/day. You can explore more plans to suit your needs from https://driev.bike/pricing-plans .

2. Food & Groceries

• Groceries (monthly): ₹3,000 – ₹5,000

• Eating out / occasional meals: ₹4,000 – ₹6,000

• Estimated Total: ₹7,000 – ₹11,000

3. Transportation

Bengaluru traffic is notorious, so many singles opt for bike rentals or shared rides:

• DriEV electric bike rentals: ₹2,500 – ₹3,500/month (for daily commuting)

• Public transport / occasional cabs: ₹1,500 – ₹8,500

Using electric bikes like driEV not only cuts down on fuel costs but avoids parking hassles and congestion.

4. Internet, Phone & Subscriptions

• High-speed internet: ₹800 – ₹1,200

• Mobile & OTT subscriptions: ₹500 – ₹1,500

Estimated Total: ₹1,300 – ₹2,700

5. Fitness & Lifestyle

• Gym / sports / yoga classes: ₹1,000 – ₹3,000

• Leisure / movies / weekend activities: ₹2,000 – ₹5,000
  

Estimated Total: ₹3,000 – ₹8,000

6. Miscellaneous & Emergencies

• Medical, personal care, clothes, etc.: ₹2,000 – ₹4,000
  
  So, to live comfortably in Bengaluru as a single person, you should ideally earn around ₹45,000 – ₹65,000 per month, depending on your lifestyle choices and commuting habits.

Using a driEV electric bike instead of owning a bike or car can save ₹4,000 – ₹8,000 per month in fuel, maintenance, and parking costs, making city living significantly easier and greener.

Pro Tips for Singles in Bengaluru

1. Opt for shared housing if you want to cut rent drastically.
   
2. Use electric bike rentals like driEV for hassle-free daily commute.
   
3. Cook at home at least 60% of the time to save on food.
   
4. Avoid peak-hour travel to save time and stress.
   
5. Track subscriptions to avoid paying for unused services.

Hope you have a pleasant moving experience!