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Cost of Living in Nawan Shahr

Nawan Shahr, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan · Population 40,711

▼ -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 Nawan Shahr

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 Nawan Shahr 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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Nearby Cities

Abbottabad

5 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Mansehra

20 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Muzaffarabad

29 km away · Azad Kashmir

Baffa

30 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Murree

31 km away · Punjab

Ghora Gali

33 km away · Punjab

Haripur

36 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Awan Patti

37 km away · Azad Kashmir

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 Nawan Shahr

Nawan Shahr 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 Nawan Shahr 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 Nawan Shahr expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨62,582 ($225) per month in Nawan Shahr 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 Nawan Shahr?
A net salary of around ₨81,357 ($293) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Nawan Shahr with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Nawan Shahr is ₨80,064 ($288).
How much is rent in Nawan Shahr?
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 Nawan Shahr cheaper than Pakistan on average?
Yes — Nawan Shahr 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 Nawan Shahr?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨15,312 ($55) in Nawan Shahr. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨676 ($2) and a cappuccino runs around ₨203 ($1).
How do transport costs in Nawan Shahr compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Nawan Shahr is estimated at ₨2,477 ($9). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Nawan Shahr are estimates based on Pakistan national averages adjusted for city size (population 40,711). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.