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Cost of Living in Saidu Sharif

Saidu Sharif, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan · Population 65,000

▼ -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 Saidu Sharif

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 Saidu Sharif 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.

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Sangota

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Maniar

9 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Charbagh

12 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Barikot

15 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Matta

21 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Khwazakhela

23 km away · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Chakdarra

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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 Saidu Sharif

Saidu Sharif 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 Saidu Sharif 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 Saidu Sharif expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨70,056 ($252) per month in Saidu Sharif 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 Saidu Sharif?
A net salary of around ₨91,073 ($328) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Saidu Sharif with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Saidu Sharif is ₨88,960 ($320).
How much is rent in Saidu Sharif?
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 Saidu Sharif cheaper than Pakistan on average?
Yes — Saidu Sharif 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 Saidu Sharif?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨17,014 ($61) in Saidu Sharif. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨751 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around ₨225 ($1).
How do transport costs in Saidu Sharif compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Saidu Sharif is estimated at ₨2,752 ($10). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Saidu Sharif are estimates based on Pakistan national averages adjusted for city size (population 65,000). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.