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Cost of Living in Tando Jam

Tando Jam, Sindh, Pakistan · Population 71,760

▼ -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 Tando Jam

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 Tando Jam 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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Nearby Cities

Hyderabad City

17 km away · Sindh

Goth Tando Sumro

19 km away · Sindh

Tando Allahyar

19 km away · Sindh

Kotri

23 km away · Sindh

Jamshoro

25 km away · Sindh

Tando Muhammad Khan

34 km away · Sindh

Hala

44 km away · Sindh

Mirpur Khas

50 km away · Sindh

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 Tando Jam

Tando Jam 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 Tando Jam 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 Tando Jam expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨70,056 ($252) per month in Tando Jam 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 Tando Jam?
A net salary of around ₨91,073 ($328) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Tando Jam with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Tando Jam is ₨88,960 ($320).
How much is rent in Tando Jam?
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 Tando Jam cheaper than Pakistan on average?
Yes — Tando Jam 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 Tando Jam?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨17,014 ($61) in Tando Jam. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨751 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around ₨225 ($1).
How do transport costs in Tando Jam compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Tando Jam is estimated at ₨2,752 ($10). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Tando Jam are estimates based on Pakistan national averages adjusted for city size (population 71,760). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.