Bengaluru techie’s house rent hiked by 10% surpassing his salary hike of 7.5%, stirs concerns

A Bengaluru-based software engineer's concerns over rent hikes exceeding salary increments have ignited discussions on the financial strain faced by urban professionals.

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Despite receiving a 7.5% salary increase, the tech employee found his rent raised by 10%, highlighting a growing affordability crisis. The issue resonated widely on social media, with many professionals sharing similar struggles. Several users described the situation as an urban dilemma where wage growth fails to keep pace with rising living costs.

Salary hike I received was 7.5% meanwhile BLR landlord increased the rent by 10%.

If this goes on, someday my rent will become more than salary.

— Ray (@sde_ray)

Salary hike I received was 7.5% meanwhile BLR landlord increased the rent by 10%.

If this goes on, someday my rent will become more than salary.

— Ray (@sde_ray) March 28, 2025

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The discussion shed light on a broader trend affecting major Indian cities like Bengaluru and Hyderabad, where a significant portion of salaries is consumed by rent and taxes. Many professionals expressed frustration over diminishing financial viability in these tech hubs, questioning the long-term sustainability of working in high-cost metros.

Some users pointed out that even a 7% salary hike is becoming rare, making it difficult to cope with inflation. Others argued that companies should ensure at least a 10% annual raise to keep up with escalating expenses. The conversation also touched on how essentials like rent and groceries continue to rise, yet inflation is often underestimated.