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Cost of Living in Mumbai

Median income in Mumbai is ₹6,00,000/year (₹50,000/month). Here is how to budget every dollar.

Average Rent in Mumbai

₹15,000

Studio

₹25,000

1 Bedroom

₹40,000

2 Bedrooms

Monthly Budget Breakdown: ₹50,000/month

How to allocate the median Mumbai income of ₹6,00,000/year after taxes.

Housing

₹20,000

40%

Food & Groceries

₹8,000

16%

Transportation

₹3,000

6%

Utilities

₹2,500

5%

Healthcare

₹1,500

3%

Entertainment

₹3,000

6%

Personal & Other

₹4,000

8%

Savings

₹8,000

16%

Total

₹50,000

100%

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Affordable Neighborhoods in Mumbai

1

Navi Mumbai offers modern infrastructure at 50% lower rents than Mumbai proper

2

Thane is well-connected by local trains and significantly more affordable

3

Andheri East and Malad have good metro access with moderate rents

Money-Saving Tips for Mumbai

Mumbai local trains are the cheapest way to commute — monthly pass under ₹1,000

Street food and local dhabas offer full meals for ₹50–100

Shop at DMart, Big Bazaar, or local vegetable markets for affordable groceries

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