Bangalore

Karnataka, India

Metro City

"India's Silicon Valley — cosmopolitan tech hub with pleasant weather"

Overview

Population1.3 Crore
Metro Population1.5 Crore
Best For
IT professionalsstartupsyoung professionals
VibeCosmopolitan, fast-paced, modern

Detailed Ratings

Cost of Living

High - Premium city with higher expenses

Healthcare

Excellent - Top-tier hospitals and specialists

Safety

Moderate - Safe in most areas, vigilance needed

Air Quality

Poor - AQI 120-200, pollution concerns

ClimatePleasant

Comfortable year-round temperatures

Traffic

Light - Manageable traffic conditions

Water Availability

Limited - Frequent water issues

Internet

Excellent - Fiber widely available, high speeds

Public Transport

Good - Metro and/or good bus service

Social Scene

Vibrant - Diverse, cosmopolitan, lots to do

Cost Snapshot

Monthly Expense (Couple)₹ 60k - ₹ 1 Lakhs
Rent (2BHK, good area)₹ 25k - ₹ 50k / month
Buy (2BHK, good area)₹ 80 Lakhs - ₹ 2.00 Cr
vs Mumbai-10% cheaper

Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

  • Excellent job opportunities in tech
  • Cosmopolitan culture, very welcoming
  • Great food scene and nightlife
  • Pleasant weather year-round
  • Best healthcare infrastructure

✗ Cons

  • Severe traffic congestion
  • Water scarcity issues
  • Very high real estate costs
  • Increasing pollution
  • Infrastructure struggling with growth

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