By Avni Arya
Chennai: For young professionals just starting out or those a few years into their careers, salary expectations often vary greatly depending on the city they work in. According to an Indeed report, a recent comparison of average monthly salaries across major Indian cities reveals some notable differences based on both experience and location. Salaries Across Cities: 0–2 Years of ExperienceFreshers or those with up to two years of experience can expect to earn: Chennai leads the list with Rs 30,100 per month Hyderabad follows at Rs 28,500 Bengaluru offers Rs 28,400 Ahmedabad pays an average of Rs 27,300 Chandigarh and Delhi sit at the bottom, both with Rs 26,300 While Chennai stands out as the best-paying city for freshers, Delhi and Chandigarh offer the lowest starting salaries. Salaries for 2–5 Years of ExperienceFor those with moderate work experience, the gap between cities remains narrow, but Hyderabad edges ahead: Hyderabad tops the chart at Rs 47,200 Chennai follows with Rs 46,600 Ahmedabad at Rs 46,200 Bengaluru slightly behind at Rs 46,000 Chandigarh at Rs 45,500 Delhi again trails at Rs 43,600 Hyderabad and Chennai appear to be more rewarding cities for professionals in this experience range. Salaries for 5–8 Years of ExperienceAs experience grows, so do salaries — and Hyderabad continues to shine: Hyderabad leads with Rs 69,700 Ahmedabad follows closely at Rs 69,000 Chandigarh: Rs 68,400 Bengaluru: Rs 67,100 Chennai: Rs 66,400 Delhi: Rs 64,400Interestingly, Hyderabad not only offers the highest salary for experienced professionals but also maintains strong pay across all three categories, making it a potentially lucrative city for a long-term career. A Few TakeawaysFor job seekers or those planning to relocate, Hyderabad and Chennai stand out for their consistent performance across all experience levels. Meanwhile, Delhi lags in all categories, offering the lowest average salaries regardless of experience.