How much does it cost to live near Manali? Couple reveals monthly expenses of their mountain life including rent food, fuel and more

A couple residing in a peaceful village near Manali, Himachal Pradesh, has attracted attention online after sharing details of their monthly expenses while living and working in the mountains.

Divya and her partner, Saurav, shared their experience in a viral Instagram video titled “Living in the mountains, episode 1,” explaining how much they spend on housing, food, fuel, electricity and leisure activities.

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Rent Near Manali

The couple also operates a homestay near Manali and lives in a 4BHK property. "Let's start with the rent. We also run a homestay near Manali, so we live in a 4BHK. But if someone just plans to live, a rented 1BHK costs around Rs 15,000 and a 2BHK costs around Rs. 25,000," said Divya.

Grocery And Eating-Out Expenses

According to Divya, the couple prepares most of their meals at home, keeping their monthly grocery expenses at around Rs 10,000. They spend an additional Rs 5,000 on eating out.

"We cook most of our meals, so our monthly grocery bill is around Rs 10,000, and eating out adds another Rs 5,000," she said, adding that fuel wasn't a huge expense either.

Fuel And Electricity Costs

Living in the mountains also helps the couple save on transportation costs, as they usually walk to nearby places. Despite that, they spend approximately Rs 3,000 every month on fuel.

"Fuel isn't a huge expense for us, as we walk here mostly. Still, it is around Rs 3,000 a month," she said.

The couple also pointed out that some basic living costs are considerably lower. While their water supply costs them nothing, their monthly electricity bill is around Rs 1,000.

Mountain Adventures

With nature readily accessible around them, the couple does not have to spend much on entertainment or outings. Most of their outdoor activities are free, although they set aside around Rs 3,000 a month for their mountain adventures.

"Most of our outings are free as nature is easily accessible. We still spend around Rs 3,000 on our little mountain adventures. So all in all, a comfortable monthly living cost," Divya said.

Monthly Cost Of Living In The Mountains

After adding up their various expenses, Divya estimates that the couple spends around Rs 50,000 per month for a comfortable lifestyle in the mountains near Manali.

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