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Are Bangalore salaries inflated compared to actual value?

Lakshay DesaiLakshay Desai
7/31/2025
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Hot take: a 25 LPA salary in Bangalore gives you the same lifestyle as a 15 LPA salary in a tier-2 city. After rent, food, and commute, the savings are similar.

Yet we obsess over absolute numbers. A 15 LPA developer in Jaipur might actually be saving more money than a 25 LPA developer in Bangalore.

Should we start talking about "purchasing power adjusted" salaries instead of raw CTC?

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Rahul Rastogi
Rahul Rastogi9/27/2025

Honestly, it’s not just about savings. Bangalore offers more job opportunities and networking advantages that you can’t put a price on. Plus, the tech scene here is vibrant and growing.