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    What is the Cost of Living in Kolkata in 2025?

    cost of living kolkata

    Kolkata, also known as the ‘City of Joy’, is the capital city of West Bengal. It houses a developing IT sector, along with major industries like mining, steel, minerals, heavy engineering, etc., generating a ton of employment opportunities. 

    Moreover, this city has prestigious educational institutes, making it a prime destination for students and job seekers alike. Now, the cost of living in Kolkata is one of the lowest among the major metropolitan areas in India. 

    Thus, if you plan to relocate to this city for professional or educational reasons, here is a detailed guide on Kolkata's average cost of living for bachelors, students, families, and couples.

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    What is the Average Cost of Living in Kolkata?

    The average cost of living in Kolkata usually varies across individuals based on factors like location, lifestyle choices, and personal expenses. It includes rent, groceries, transportation, utilities, entertainment and more.  

    Find the key expenses that contribute to the cost of living in Kolkata:

    Area of Expense Cost
    Rent ₹8,000 - ₹30,000
    Entertainment ₹200 - ₹ 1,000
    Groceries ₹1,500 - ₹3,000
    Transportation ₹500 - ₹2500
    Utilities ₹1,500 - ₹7,000
    Schooling of children ₹3,000 - ₹10,000

    Cost of Living in Kolkata for Bachelors

    The living expenses in Kolkata for bachelors range from ₹12,000 – ₹22,500. It includes components like accommodation, groceries, utilities, transportation, and other expenses. 

    Following are the key expenses for bachelors living in Kolkata:

    Area of Expense Price Range
    Accommodation ₹4,000 - ₹8,000
    Groceries ₹1,500 - ₹3,000
    Transportation ₹500 - ₹1,500
    Utilities ₹1,500 - ₹2,500
    Entertainment and Shopping ₹4,500 - ₹7,500
    Housemaid Starting ₹2,000
    Wi-Fi Starting ₹399
    Bus Pass/Metro Pass Starting ₹250
    Miscellaneous ₹2,000 - ₹4,000

    Cost of Living in Kolkata for Students

    For students, the cost of living in Kolkata ranges from ₹12,000 to ₹22,000. This tends to differ based on factors like accommodation type, lifestyle choices, personal spending habits and more. 

    The living cost in Kolkata for students comprises the following components: 

    Area of Expense Price Range
    Rent (shared apartment) ₹1,300 to ₹15,000
    Rent (single room PG) ₹3,000 to ₹25,000
    Food (monthly) ₹1,500 to ₹3,000
    Transportation (monthly) ₹500 to ₹1,000
    Utilities (monthly) ₹1,500 to ₹2,5000
    Wi-Fi Starting ₹399
    Miscellaneous ₹2,000 - ₹4,000
    Bus Pass/Metro Pass Starting ₹250

    Cost of Living in Kolkata for a Family

    The cost of living in Kolkata for families usually depends upon the number of members, lifestyle choices, type of accommodation, location, personal expenses and more. 

    Find the key expenses for families living in Kolkata mentioned below:

    Area of Expense Price Range
    Accommodation ₹12,000 - ₹25,000
    Groceries & Food ₹6,000 - ₹24,000
    Transportation ₹1,500 - ₹3,000
    Utilities ₹2,200 - ₹3,000
    Entertainment & Shopping ₹2,000 - ₹5000
    Education & Daycare ₹3,000 - ₹10,000
    Housemaid Starting ₹2,000
    Wi-Fi Starting ₹399
    Miscellaneous ₹6,000 - ₹10,000

    Cost of Living in Kolkata for Couples

    When it comes to couples, the cost of living in Kolkata includes components like rent, utilities, groceries, dining out costs, miscellaneous expenses and more. 

    Listed below are the key expenses for couples living in Kolkata:

    Area of Expense Price Range
    1 BHK apartment for rent ₹8,000 onwards
    2 BHK apartments for rent ₹2,000 onwards
    Electricity bill ₹2,200 onwards
    Bus pass Starting ₹250
    Wi-Fi Starting ₹399
    Groceries ₹3,000 onwards
    Meal for two ₹1,250 onwards
    Housemaid Starting ₹2,000
    Miscellaneous ₹4,000 - ₹8,000

    Factors That Determine the Cost of Living in Kolkata

    The following are the major factors that determine the average cost of living in Kolkata:

    1.  Accommodation

    Rental living space in Kolkata is considerably pocket-friendly, unlike other major cities across the country. 

    You can get affordable rental properties in areas such as Gariahat, New Town, Bhawanipur, Garia, Rajarhat, Howrah, Belghoria, Kalighat, Elgin Road and Barrackpore. Additionally, Kolkata offers a lot of paying guest accommodations that help in managing the cost of living in Kolkata for students.

    Classification of Accommodation Approximate Rent per Month
    1 BHK ₹8,000 - ₹12,000
    2 BHK ₹12,000 - ₹30,000
    3 BHK ₹12,000 - ₹60,000
    Paying Guest ₹4,000 - ₹10,000

    Best Areas to Live in Kolkata

    The table below shows the top posh areas, affordable areas and areas with paying guest facilities in Kolkata –

    Posh Areas Affordable Areas Areas With PG Accommodation
    Alipore Rajarhat Karunamoyee
    Bhawanipore Dum Dum Technopolis
    Ballygunge Garia Kestopur
    Park Street Ruby connector Newtown
    Salt Lake Baguiati Ahalya Nagar

    2. Transportation

    The City of Joy is well connected with its extensive network of transportation that includes local trains, buses, metro and trams. While evaluating the cost of living in Kolkata, one must consider the money spent to travel around the city. 

    The table below provides the approximate cost of transportation in Kolkata –

    Area of Expense Approximate Cost
    One-way ticket (public transport) ₹ 15
    Monthly pass (public transport) ₹ 250
    Taxi 1 km normal tariff ₹ 25
    Price of diesel (as of 7th July) ₹91.76 per litre
    Price of petrol (as of 7th July) ₹104.95 per litre
    Rental bikes and scooters ₹4 - ₹6 per km
    Cabs (minimum cost) ₹ 150

    3.  Groceries

    The amount spent on buying the things of daily needs adds up a significant figure to an individual's monthly budget. 

    The table below shows an approximate price spent on buying some basic grocery items such as mild, rich, eggs, cheese, etc. every month –

    Grocery Price
    Regular milk (1 litre) ₹ 55.74
    White bread (1 loaf) ₹ 32.28
    Rice (1 kg) ₹ 56.53
    Regular eggs (1 dozen) ₹ 80.23
    Local cheese (1 kg) ₹ 485.92
    Chicken fillets (1 kg) ₹ 245.95
    Apples (1 kg) ₹ 186.22
    Bananas (1 kg) ₹ 60.32
    Oranges (1 kg) ₹ 128.07
    Tomato (1 kg) ₹ 57.64
    Potato (1 kg) ₹ 25.30
    Onion (1 kg) ₹ 37.37
    Lettuce (1 head) ₹ 40.88

    4. Utilities

    Kolkata is one of those Indian cities that have a well-established telephone network. Several national service providers like BSNL and private companies operate telephones and mobile networks.

    Utilities Approximate Cost
    Electricity, cooling, heating, water, garbage ₹ 2,751.63
    Local prepaid mobile tariff (1 min) ₹ 1.00
    Unlimited internet package ₹ 601.91

    5.  Entertainment and Leisure

    Kolkata is a city with numerous mouth-watering street foods. Furthermore, this city has several restaurants and cafes with a history of its own. For recreational purposes, residents of Kolkata visit museums, theatres, libraries or go to play football.

    Area of Expense Approximate Cost
    1 month gym membership ₹ 1,504.14
    1 hour rent for a tennis court ₹ 773.53
    1 seat at a cinema hall ₹ 350
    Meal in an affordable restaurant (1 person) ₹ 225
    Three-course meal in a mid-range restaurant ₹ 1,250
    McMeal at McDonald's ₹ 400

    6.  Childcare and Schooling

    The cost for childcare and schooling is comparatively more reasonable in Kolkata than in other big cities such as Gurgaon and Noida. However, keep in mind that the tuition fees vary due to school curriculum, popularity and convenience for parents and children.

    Schools and Childcare Approximate Cost
    Preschool, private, full-day for 1 child ₹4,119 per month
    International primary school for 1 child ₹1,52,000 yearly

    Tips on Reducing the Cost of Living in Kolkata

    Listed below are a few tips that can help you reduce your overall cost of living in Kolkata:

    • Whether you are a student or a bachelor, sharing accommodations near your educational institute or workplace can be an ideal choice. 
    • In case you have a family, choosing an accommodation based on the number of members is recommended. 
    • Avail public transportation instead of taxis and cabs. 
    • Buy groceries and regular-use items from local markets instead of shopping malls. 
    • Cook meals at home and do your own housework to avoid the costs of hiring a maid. 
    • Use the free recreational facilities in your area. 
    • Make a comprehensive budget plan based on your monthly income. 
    • Track your expenses daily.
    • Get a health insurance policy priorly to managing the cost of healthcare expenses.

    Cost of Living in Kolkata vs Other Metro Cities

    The cost of living in Kolkata is one of the lowest among the major metropolitan cities in the country. Compared to Bangalore living expenses are 1.73% lower, while the rental rates are 58.1% less. 

    Find more details in the table below:

    Area of Expense Kolkata (₹) Bangalore (₹) Mumbai (₹) Delhi (₹)
    Accommodation ₹12,000- ₹25,000 ₹15,000 - ₹40,000 ₹25,000 - ₹60,000 ₹15,000 - ₹45,000
    Utilities ₹2,200 - ₹3,000 ₹3,000 - ₹5,000 ₹4,000 - ₹7,000 ₹3,500 - ₹6,000
    Groceries ₹6,000 - ₹24,000 ₹5,000 - ₹10,000 ₹6,000 - ₹12,000 ₹5,500 - ₹11,000
    Transportation ₹1,500 - ₹3,000 ₹1,500 - ₹3,000 ₹3,000 - ₹5,500 ₹2,000 - ₹4,000
    Dining Out ₹1,250 onwards ₹3,000 - ₹6,000 ₹4,500 - ₹9,000 ₹4,000 - ₹8,000
    Entertainment ₹2,000 - ₹5000 ₹2,000 - ₹5,000 ₹3,500 - ₹7,000 ₹3,000 - ₹6,000
    Education ₹3,000 - ₹10,000 ₹5,000 - ₹15,000 ₹8,000 - ₹25,000 ₹6,000 - ₹20,000
    Healthcare ₹900 - ₹7,700 ₹2,000 - ₹5,000 ₹4,000 - ₹8,000 ₹3,000 - ₹6,000
    Overall Cost ₹29,000 - ₹78,000 ₹36,500 - ₹89,000 ₹58,000 - ₹1,34,500 ₹42,000 - ₹1,06,000
    Overall Verdict Moderate High Very High High

    Important Things to Know Before Moving to Kolkata

    Here are some of the key points that you must know before moving to Kolkata:

    Job Market and Economy

    Kolkata houses a developing IT hub and several other industries, such as food processing, coal, steel, manufacturing, leather, etc. Thus, there is no dearth of employment opportunities for job seekers.

    Climate and Weather

    Kolkata has a tropical wet and dry climate characterised by hot and humid summers, heavy monsoons, and cool and comfortable winters. 

    The weather is usually warm for most parts of the year. Thus, if you are shifting to this city, consider renting a property with good ventilation located in an area with adequate greenery.

    Accommodation Options

    In Kolkata, you will find a plethora of rental properties like studio apartments, flats, apartments in gated societies, builder floor apartments, penthouses, etc. What’s more, you can avail numerous shared accommodation options if you are a bachelor or student.

    Transportation Challenges

    Traffic congestion can be a real issue, especially during the office hours. Thus, you should avail public transport like local trains and the metro to commute to and from your workplace. 

    Language and Communication

    A majority of the people in Kolkata speak Bengali. However, people also communicate using several other languages like Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and English.   

    Now, you have obtained all the information related to the cost of living in Kolkata. In general, Kolkata is comparatively cheaper than other metropolitans in India. However, these prices depend on a person's lifestyle and standard of living.

     

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    • What is Kolkata Famous For?
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are some of the best schools in Kolkata?

    Some of the most popular and best schools in Kolkata include La Martiniere for Girls, St Xavier’s School, Modern High School for Girls, Loreto House, La Martiniere for Boys, Lakshmipat Singhania Academy, The Heritage School.

    Some of the most popular and best schools in Kolkata include La Martiniere for Girls, St Xavier’s School, Modern High School for Girls, Loreto House, La Martiniere for Boys, Lakshmipat Singhania Academy, The Heritage School.

    Is Kolkata very expensive to live in?

    Kolkata is comparatively cheaper than most of the metropolitan cities in India.

    Kolkata is comparatively cheaper than most of the metropolitan cities in India.

    How much salary do I need to live comfortably in Kolkata?

    To live comfortably in Kolkata, you need a salary ranging from ₹26,700 – ₹67,000. 

    To live comfortably in Kolkata, you need a salary ranging from ₹26,700 – ₹67,000. 

    Which are the most posh areas in Kolkata?

    New Town, Rajarhat, Park Street, Alipore, EM Bypass and Tollygunge are some of the most posh areas in Kolkata.  

    New Town, Rajarhat, Park Street, Alipore, EM Bypass and Tollygunge are some of the most posh areas in Kolkata.  

    Which city is better, Kolkata or Chennai?

    If you are considering better employment opportunities, Chennai is the ideal choice. However, if you want an overall low cost of living, Kolkata should be your pick.

    If you are considering better employment opportunities, Chennai is the ideal choice. However, if you want an overall low cost of living, Kolkata should be your pick.

    Is Kolkata a decent city to live with family?

    Kolkata has a cosmopolitan society with a vibrant culture, rich heritage, lush greenery, premier educational institutes, a developing industrial sector and low living costs, making it ideal for families planning to settle down for the long term. 

    Kolkata has a cosmopolitan society with a vibrant culture, rich heritage, lush greenery, premier educational institutes, a developing industrial sector and low living costs, making it ideal for families planning to settle down for the long term. 

    How is life in general in Kolkata?

    Life in Kolkata is known for its vibrant festivals, iconic locations that portray the city’s rich history and happening nightlife. Moreover, the rent and living costs are among the lowest in the country, making it ideal for students, couples and families.  

    Life in Kolkata is known for its vibrant festivals, iconic locations that portray the city’s rich history and happening nightlife. Moreover, the rent and living costs are among the lowest in the country, making it ideal for students, couples and families.  

    Which is cheaper among Delhi and Kolkata?

    Living costs in Kolkata (without rent) are 12.1% lower than that of Delhi, with rental rates and grocery prices being 49.3% and 0.7% lower, respectively.  

    Living costs in Kolkata (without rent) are 12.1% lower than that of Delhi, with rental rates and grocery prices being 49.3% and 0.7% lower, respectively.  

    Which is the cheapest area to rent property in Kolkata?

    Baguihati, Barasat, Kestopur, Madhyamgram, Garia, Sonarpur, etc., are some of the cheapest areas in Kolkata to rent a property.  

    Baguihati, Barasat, Kestopur, Madhyamgram, Garia, Sonarpur, etc., are some of the cheapest areas in Kolkata to rent a property.  

    Which is the cleanest and most well-maintained area in Kolkata?

    Jadavpur, Golf Green, Ballygunge, Gariahat, New Town, and Rajarhat are a few of the cleanest and most well-maintained areas in Kolkata.

    Jadavpur, Golf Green, Ballygunge, Gariahat, New Town, and Rajarhat are a few of the cleanest and most well-maintained areas in Kolkata.

    Can I live in Kolkata with a 30K salary?

    If you are a bachelor or a couple, a salary of 30K is enough to cater to your living costs in Kolkata. However, if you have a family with kids, you will have to stay in an area with lower rent and run on a strict budget.

    If you are a bachelor or a couple, a salary of 30K is enough to cater to your living costs in Kolkata. However, if you have a family with kids, you will have to stay in an area with lower rent and run on a strict budget.

    Is 20K a decent salary in Kolkata?

    20K is a decent salary if you are a bachelor living in shared accommodations. However, it is not enough for couples or individuals to have a family. 

    20K is a decent salary if you are a bachelor living in shared accommodations. However, it is not enough for couples or individuals to have a family. 

    Can I survive with a salary of 40K in Kolkata?

    40K is a good enough salary to maintain the living costs of a family of 4. 

    40K is a good enough salary to maintain the living costs of a family of 4. 

    Is Bangalore more expensive than Kolkata?

    The overall living costs in Bangalore are 17% higher than in Kolkata, with the rental rates being 58.1% more than the latter. 

    The overall living costs in Bangalore are 17% higher than in Kolkata, with the rental rates being 58.1% more than the latter. 

    Is 50K a good enough salary for living in Kolkata?

    With a salary of 50K, you can easily maintain the living costs of a family of 4 in Kolkata. 

    With a salary of 50K, you can easily maintain the living costs of a family of 4 in Kolkata. 

    Which is the safest locality to live in Kolkata?

    Gariahat, Ballygunge, Alipore, Tollygunge, Bhawanipore, Howrah, Golf Green, Jadavpur, Behala, Rajarhat and New Town are some of the safest areas to live in Kolkata. 

    Gariahat, Ballygunge, Alipore, Tollygunge, Bhawanipore, Howrah, Golf Green, Jadavpur, Behala, Rajarhat and New Town are some of the safest areas to live in Kolkata. 

    What is the average cost of living for a family of 4 in Kolkata?

    The cost of living in Kolkata for a family of 4 members can range from ₹30,000 to ₹75,000 per month. 

    The cost of living in Kolkata for a family of 4 members can range from ₹30,000 to ₹75,000 per month. 

    Where do the rich people reside in Kolkata?

    Rich people in Kolkata usually reside in posh residential societies like South City (in Prince Anwar Shah Road), Urbana (in EM Bypass), Shapoorji Sukhobrishti (in New Town), Diamond City South (in Tollygunge), etc.

    Rich people in Kolkata usually reside in posh residential societies like South City (in Prince Anwar Shah Road), Urbana (in EM Bypass), Shapoorji Sukhobrishti (in New Town), Diamond City South (in Tollygunge), etc.

    Which are the best areas to buy a flat in Kolkata?

    New Town, New Alipore, Maheshtala, Madhyamgram, and Sonarpure are some of the best areas in Kolkata to buy a flat.

    New Town, New Alipore, Maheshtala, Madhyamgram, and Sonarpure are some of the best areas in Kolkata to buy a flat.

    What financial tools can Kolkata residents use to combat rising living costs?

    Budgeting apps, stock market investments, emergency savings plans, and term insurance are all valuable tools to stay financially prepared for the city’s increasing expenses.

    Budgeting apps, stock market investments, emergency savings plans, and term insurance are all valuable tools to stay financially prepared for the city’s increasing expenses.

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