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Cost of Living in Dera Ismail Khan

Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan · Population 109,686

▼ -6% vs Pakistan average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₨70,056 ($252)
Couple, monthly₨124,349 ($447)
Family of four, monthly₨160,829 ($579)

Estimated Prices in Dera Ismail Khan

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₨751 ($2.70)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₨3,002 ($10.80)per meal
Cappuccino₨225 ($0.81)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₨17,014 ($61.20)per month
Monthly public transport pass₨2,752 ($9.90)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₨7,256 ($26.10)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₨2,102 ($7.56)per month
Fitness club membership₨2,102 ($7.56)per month
Cinema ticket₨550 ($1.98)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₨28,773 ($104)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₨20,016 ($72.00)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₨60,048 ($216)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Dera Ismail Khan is ₨88,960 ($320) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₨70,056 ($252) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₨91,073 ($328) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₨20,016 ($72)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Dera Ismail Khan

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Tank

67 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Mankera

69 km away · Punjab

Drazinda

75 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Kundian

89 km away · Punjab

Jandola

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Other Major Cities in Pakistan

Karachi

Sindh · pop. 20,249,000

₨92,837 ($334) / mo

Lahore

Punjab · pop. 13,004,135

₨91,303 ($328) / mo

Faisalabad

Punjab · pop. 3,203,846

₨80,624 ($290) / mo

Rawalpindi

Punjab · pop. 2,098,231

₨80,624 ($290) / mo

Gujranwala

Punjab · pop. 2,027,001

₨80,624 ($290) / mo

Peshawar

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa · pop. 1,970,042

₨80,624 ($290) / mo

Multan

Punjab · pop. 1,871,843

₨80,624 ($290) / mo

Hyderabad City

Sindh · pop. 1,732,693

₨80,624 ($290) / mo

Living in Dera Ismail Khan

Dera Ismail Khan is one of the key cities in Pakistan. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₨70,056 ($252), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₨20,016 ($72) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₨160,829 ($579) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₨124,349 ($447) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Dera Ismail Khan is ₨88,960 ($320). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₨91,073 ($328) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dera Ismail Khan expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨70,056 ($252) per month in Dera Ismail Khan including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Pakistan.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Dera Ismail Khan?
A net salary of around ₨91,073 ($328) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Dera Ismail Khan with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Dera Ismail Khan is ₨88,960 ($320).
How much is rent in Dera Ismail Khan?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₨28,773 ($104) per month in the city centre and ₨20,016 ($72) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₨60,048 ($216).
Is Dera Ismail Khan cheaper than Pakistan on average?
Yes — Dera Ismail Khan is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Pakistan average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Dera Ismail Khan?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨17,014 ($61) in Dera Ismail Khan. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨751 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around ₨225 ($1).
How do transport costs in Dera Ismail Khan compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Dera Ismail Khan is estimated at ₨2,752 ($10). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Dera Ismail Khan are estimates based on Pakistan national averages adjusted for city size (population 109,686). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.