Pakistan vs Pakistan · 164 km apart
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| Expense | Jhelum | Lahore | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $2.86 | $3.46 | Jhelum |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $11.45 | $13.82 | Jhelum |
| Cappuccino | $0.86 | $1.04 | Jhelum |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $64.87 | $78.34 | Jhelum |
| Monthly public transport pass | $10.49 | $12.67 | Jhelum |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $27.67 | $33.41 | Jhelum |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $8.01 | $9.68 | Jhelum |
| Fitness club membership | $8.01 | $9.68 | Jhelum |
| Cinema ticket | $2.10 | $2.53 | Jhelum |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $111 | $141 | Jhelum |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $77.44 | $98.03 | Jhelum |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $232 | $294 | Jhelum |
| Total single-person budget | $268 | $328 | Jhelum |
| Average net salary | $339 | $410 |
Jhelum is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Jhelum runs about $268 versus $328 in Lahore — a difference of roughly 22%.
Salary-adjusted, Lahore 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 Jhelum · Full cost of living in Lahore