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Gilgit vs Peshawar

Pakistan vs Pakistan · 328 km apart

Gilgit

Pakistan

₨74,571 ($268)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Peshawar

Pakistan

₨80,624 ($290)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseGilgitPeshawarCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$2.86$3.08Gilgit
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$11.45$12.31Gilgit
Cappuccino$0.86$0.92Gilgit
Monthly groceries (single person)$64.87$69.77Gilgit
Monthly public transport pass$10.49$11.29Gilgit
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$27.67$29.75Gilgit
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$8.01$8.62Gilgit
Fitness club membership$8.01$8.62Gilgit
Cinema ticket$2.10$2.26Gilgit
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$111$122Gilgit
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$77.44$84.81Gilgit
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$232$254Gilgit
Total single-person budget$268$290Gilgit
Average net salary$339$365

Verdict

Gilgit is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Gilgit runs about $268 versus $290 in Peshawar — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Peshawar leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Gilgit  ·  Full cost of living in Peshawar

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilgit cheaper than Peshawar?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $268 per month in Gilgit versus $290 in Peshawar — about 8% less.
How far is Gilgit from Peshawar?
The straight-line distance between Gilgit and Peshawar is approximately 328 km (204 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Gilgit or Peshawar?
The estimated average net salary is $339 in Gilgit and $365 in Peshawar. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $71 in Gilgit versus $75 in Peshawar per month.