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Cost of Living in Kumila

Kumila, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

▼ -13% vs Pakistan average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₨64,817 ($233)
Couple, monthly₨114,946 ($413)
Family of four, monthly₨148,567 ($534)

Estimated Prices in Kumila

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₨698 ($2.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₨2,792 ($10.04)per meal
Cappuccino₨209 ($0.75)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₨15,823 ($56.92)per month
Monthly public transport pass₨2,560 ($9.21)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₨6,748 ($24.27)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₨1,955 ($7.03)per month
Fitness club membership₨1,955 ($7.03)per month
Cinema ticket₨512 ($1.84)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₨26,278 ($94.52)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₨18,280 ($65.76)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₨54,841 ($197)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Kumila is ₨82,733 ($298) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₨64,817 ($233) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₨84,263 ($303) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₨18,280 ($66)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Kumila

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Nearby Cities

Bahrain

61 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Kalam

62 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Miandam

64 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Batgram

67 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Khwazakhela

77 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Chilas

82 km away · Gilgit-Baltistan

Matta

82 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Charbagh

85 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

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 Kumila

Kumila is one of the key cities in Pakistan. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₨64,817 ($233), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₨18,280 ($66) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₨148,567 ($534) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₨114,946 ($413) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Kumila is ₨82,733 ($298). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₨84,263 ($303) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kumila expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨64,817 ($233) per month in Kumila including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Pakistan.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Kumila?
A net salary of around ₨84,263 ($303) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Kumila with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Kumila is ₨82,733 ($298).
How much is rent in Kumila?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₨26,278 ($95) per month in the city centre and ₨18,280 ($66) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₨54,841 ($197).
Is Kumila cheaper than Pakistan on average?
Yes — Kumila is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Pakistan average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Kumila?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨15,823 ($57) in Kumila. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨698 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around ₨209 ($1).
How do transport costs in Kumila compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Kumila is estimated at ₨2,560 ($9). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Kumila are estimates based on Pakistan national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.