Cost of living
Bangalore vs Hyderabad: cost of living compared
Compare monthly rent, groceries, transport, dining, and utilities in Bangalore and Hyderabad using cited SetTern cost bands — planning only.
Using cited SetTern catalog midpoints, Hyderabad is about 8% cheaper per month overall. The breakdown below compares rent, groceries, transport, dining, and utilities. These are planning bands, not live listings — confirm with the linked official cost sources.
Hyderabad is ~8% cheaper overall
| Monthly | Bangalore | Hyderabad |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1br, catalog) | $500 | $450 |
| Groceries (band mid) | $169 | $156 |
| Transport (band mid) | $59 | $54 |
| Dining out (band mid) | $143 | $132 |
| Utilities (band mid) | $85 | $78 |
| Living cost avg (catalog) | $1,300 | $1,200 |
Side-by-side uses cited SetTern catalog midpoints for each city — not live listings. Individual costs vary by neighbourhood and lifestyle; confirm with the linked sources.