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Cost of Living in Hattian Bala

Hattian Bala, Azad Kashmir, Pakistan · Population 11,880

▼ -16% vs Pakistan average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₨62,582 ($225)
Couple, monthly₨110,937 ($399)
Family of four, monthly₨143,341 ($516)

Estimated Prices in Hattian Bala

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₨676 ($2.43)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₨2,702 ($9.72)per meal
Cappuccino₨203 ($0.73)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₨15,312 ($55.08)per month
Monthly public transport pass₨2,477 ($8.91)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₨6,530 ($23.49)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₨1,892 ($6.80)per month
Fitness club membership₨1,892 ($6.80)per month
Cinema ticket₨495 ($1.78)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₨25,223 ($90.73)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₨17,546 ($63.12)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₨52,638 ($189)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Hattian Bala is ₨80,064 ($288) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₨62,582 ($225) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₨81,357 ($293) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₨17,546 ($63)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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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 Hattian Bala

Hattian Bala is one of the key cities in Pakistan. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₨62,582 ($225), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₨17,546 ($63) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₨143,341 ($516) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₨110,937 ($399) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Hattian Bala is ₨80,064 ($288). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₨81,357 ($293) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hattian Bala expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨62,582 ($225) per month in Hattian Bala including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Pakistan.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Hattian Bala?
A net salary of around ₨81,357 ($293) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Hattian Bala with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Hattian Bala is ₨80,064 ($288).
How much is rent in Hattian Bala?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₨25,223 ($91) per month in the city centre and ₨17,546 ($63) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₨52,638 ($189).
Is Hattian Bala cheaper than Pakistan on average?
Yes — Hattian Bala is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Pakistan average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Hattian Bala?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨15,312 ($55) in Hattian Bala. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨676 ($2) and a cappuccino runs around ₨203 ($1).
How do transport costs in Hattian Bala compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Hattian Bala is estimated at ₨2,477 ($9). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Hattian Bala are estimates based on Pakistan national averages adjusted for city size (population 11,880). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.