“How are people surviving?” Mumbai couple’s viral post breaks down monthly spending and struggle to save despite a good income

A viral Reddit post of a couple living in Mumbai earning 2.2 lakh per month as gone viral. In the post the couple said they often struggle to save money by the end of the month. In the post they breakdown their expenses and asked to help in their budget.

Couple Shares Financial Struggles Despite Decent Income

“My partner and I collectively earn ₹2.2 lakh per month. We stay in a 1BHK, far from our respective parental homes, and are barely able to save any money. Help would be appreciated in helping us budget,” the user wrote.

Breakdown of Monthly Expenses

The user detailed their regular expenses, highlighting how costs quickly add up in a city like Mumbai. Their monthly spending includes ₹44,000 on rent, ₹5,000 to ₹6,000 on travel, and a similar ₹5,000 to ₹6,000 on electricity.