Pakistan vs Pakistan · 1,146 km apart
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| Expense | Mardan | Karachi | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $2.86 | $3.51 | Mardan |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $11.45 | $14.04 | Mardan |
| Cappuccino | $0.86 | $1.05 | Mardan |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $64.87 | $79.56 | Mardan |
| Monthly public transport pass | $10.49 | $12.87 | Mardan |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $27.67 | $33.93 | Mardan |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $8.01 | $9.83 | Mardan |
| Fitness club membership | $8.01 | $9.83 | Mardan |
| Cinema ticket | $2.10 | $2.57 | Mardan |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $111 | $144 | Mardan |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $77.44 | $99.95 | Mardan |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $232 | $300 | Mardan |
| Total single-person budget | $268 | $334 | Mardan |
| Average net salary | $339 | $416 |
Mardan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mardan runs about $268 versus $334 in Karachi — a difference of roughly 24%.
Salary-adjusted, Karachi 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 Mardan · Full cost of living in Karachi