312 cities covered · Currency: PKR (₨) · Capital: Karachi
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | ₨796 ($2.86) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | ₨3,183 ($11.45) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | ₨239 ($0.86) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | ₨18,034 ($64.87) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | ₨2,917 ($10.49) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | ₨7,691 ($27.67) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | ₨2,228 ($8.01) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | ₨2,228 ($8.01) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | ₨583 ($2.10) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₨30,947 ($111) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | ₨21,528 ($77.44) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₨64,585 ($232) | per month |
Sindh · pop. 20,249,000
Punjab · pop. 13,004,135
Punjab · pop. 3,203,846
Punjab · pop. 2,098,231
Punjab · pop. 2,027,001
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa · pop. 1,970,042
Punjab · pop. 1,871,843
Sindh · pop. 1,732,693
Islamabad · pop. 1,014,825
Balochistan · pop. 1,001,205
Punjab · pop. 762,111
Punjab · pop. 702,733
Punjab · pop. 659,862
Sindh · pop. 641,894
Punjab · pop. 591,668
Sindh · pop. 499,900
Sindh · pop. 490,508
Punjab · pop. 477,781
Punjab · pop. 473,129
Punjab · pop. 420,419
Punjab · pop. 414,131
Punjab · pop. 399,064
Punjab · pop. 390,533
Punjab · pop. 374,872
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Pakistan
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Pakistan
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Pakistan
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Pakistan
Living costs in Pakistan vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of ₨74,571 ($268) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.