🙂Monthly costs for one person with rent: $392 in Pakistan versus $426 in Uzbekistan.
🙂Estimated couple costs with rent: $592 in Pakistan versus $692 in Uzbekistan.
🙂Monthly costs for a family of three with rent: $791 in Pakistan versus $958 in Uzbekistan.
🙂Living in Pakistan costs about 8% less than in Uzbekistan on average.
📊Both countries sit below the global median: Pakistan71% lower, Uzbekistan68% lower.
📏Internal cost variation is higher in Uzbekistan: monthly costs span $91 to $956, compared to $291–$541 in Pakistan. City choice carries more weight in Uzbekistan.
Currency
🍽 Eating Out
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$1.81PKR 505
$4.37UZS 52.7K
-58.58%
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$12.45PKR 3,474
$28.08UZS 339.2K
-55.66%
Fast Food Meal(McDonalds, etc)
$4.18PKR 1,167
$4.12UZS 49.7K
1.46%
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer(0.5 liter draught)
$1.73PKR 483
-
-
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer(0.33 liter bottle)
$3.95PKR 1,102
-
-
Cappuccino
$1.74PKR 486
$1.71UZS 20.6K
1.75%
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite(0.33 liter bottle)
$0.36PKR 100
$0.59UZS 7,177
-38.98%
Water(0.33 liter bottle)
$0.21PKR 58.5
$0.25UZS 3,016
-16.00%
Local Beer(0.5 liter draught)
-
$1.23UZS 14.9K
-
Imported Beer(0.33 liter bottle)
-
$4.05UZS 48.9K
-
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Milk(1 liter)
$0.83PKR 231
$1.09UZS 13.2K
-23.85%
White Bread(500g)
$0.59PKR 163
$0.37UZS 4,479
59.46%
Rice(white)(1kg)
$1.16PKR 323
$1.74UZS 21.0K
-33.33%
Eggs
$1.21PKR 337
$1.49UZS 17.9K
-18.79%
Local Cheese(1kg)
$5.98PKR 1,668
$7.16UZS 86.5K
-16.48%
Chicken Fillets(1kg)
$2.96PKR 826
$3.77UZS 45.6K
-21.49%
Beef Round Steak(1kg)
$4.17PKR 1,162
$8.56UZS 103.4K
-51.29%
Apples(1kg)
$1.06PKR 296
$1.28UZS 15.5K
-17.19%
Banana(1kg)
$0.66PKR 185
$1.75UZS 21.1K
-62.29%
Oranges(1kg)
$0.78PKR 217
$2.15UZS 25.9K
-63.72%
Tomato(1kg)
$0.50PKR 139
$1.55UZS 18.7K
-67.74%
Potato(1kg)
$0.35PKR 98.3
$0.50UZS 6,030
-30.00%
Onion(1kg)
$0.48PKR 134
$0.34UZS 4,146
41.18%
Lettuce(1 head)
$0.39PKR 108
$0.62UZS 7,445
-37.10%
Water(1.5 liter bottle)
$0.38PKR 106
$0.40UZS 4,838
-5.00%
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine(Mid-Range)
$1.99PKR 554
-
-
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer(0.5 liter bottle)
$1.05PKR 292
-
-
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer(0.33 liter bottle)
$2.02PKR 562
-
-
Cigarettes 20 Pack(Marlboro, Camel)
$2.01PKR 560
$2.02UZS 24.4K
-0.50%
Wine(Bottle)
-
$6.52UZS 78.8K
-
Local Beer(0.5 liter bottle)
-
$1.13UZS 13.7K
-
Imported Beer(0.33 liter bottle)
-
$2.92UZS 35.3K
-
🚌 Getting Around
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
One-way Ticket(Public Transport)
$0.16PKR 44.30
$0.18UZS 2,184
-11.11%
Public Transport Monthly Pass(Regular Price)
$7.20PKR 2,008
$10.46UZS 126.4K
-31.17%
Taxi Start(Normal Tariff)
$0.91PKR 254
$0.42UZS 5,037
116.67%
Taxi(Normal Tariff)(1km)
$0.53PKR 148
$0.29UZS 3,474
82.76%
Taxi 1hour Waiting(Normal Tariff)
$1.79PKR 501
$3.07UZS 37.1K
-41.69%
Gasoline(1 liter)
$0.94PKR 263
$0.98UZS 11.8K
-4.08%
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l(Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$17.6KPKR 4.9M
$20.8KUZS 251.8M
-15.78%
Compact Sedan 1.6l(Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$23.9KPKR 6.7M
$25.3KUZS 305.9M
-5.51%
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment(Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage)(85m2)
$109PKR 30.4K
$43.11UZS 520.7K
152.77%
SIM Card Monthly Plan(Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$4.71PKR 1,314
$3.53UZS 42.6K
33.43%
Internet(50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$15.37PKR 4,288
$11.39UZS 137.6K
34.94%
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Gym Membership(Monthly)
$13.22PKR 3,688
$43.27UZS 522.6K
-69.45%
Tennis Court(1 Hour on Weekend)
$8.83PKR 2,462
$10.87UZS 131.3K
-18.77%
Cinema Ticket
$4.22PKR 1,176
$4.94UZS 59.7K
-14.57%
🧸 Childcare & Education
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child(Monthly)
$38.92PKR 10.9K
$286UZS 3.5M
-86.40%
International Primary School, 1 Child(Yearly)
$1,149PKR 320.6K
$7,882UZS 95.2M
-85.42%
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Jeans(Levis 501 Or Similar)
$15.51PKR 4,327
$36.63UZS 442.4K
-57.66%
Summer Dress(H&M, Zara, etc)
$22.94PKR 6,398
$45.94UZS 554.8K
-50.07%
Sport Shoes(Adidas, Nike)
$71.0PKR 19.8K
$98.3UZS 1.2M
-27.79%
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$33.10PKR 9,233
$110UZS 1.3M
-70.01%
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center(Monthly)
$112PKR 31.3K
$542UZS 6.5M
-79.32%
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center(Monthly)
$68.4PKR 19.1K
$347UZS 4.2M
-80.26%
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center(Monthly)
$277PKR 77.3K
$986UZS 11.9M
-71.91%
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center(Monthly)
$166PKR 46.3K
$598UZS 7.2M
-72.28%
Buy Apartment in City Center(m2)
$905PKR 252.5K
$1,839UZS 22.2M
-50.78%
Buy Apartment Outside City Center(m2)
$522PKR 145.6K
$961UZS 11.6M
-45.69%
💵 Salaries & Financials
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Average Monthly Net Salary(After Tax)
$188PKR 52.6K
$487UZS 5.9M
-61.27%
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate(Annual %)
18.97
22.33
-15.05%
CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.
Last update for Pakistan: April 21, 2026
Last update for Uzbekistan: April 21, 2026
Cost Breakdown
🏠National rent averages: $77 in Pakistan, $244 in Uzbekistan. Capital cities: $198 in Islamabad vs $626 in Tashkent.
💰National salary averages: $181 in Pakistan, $391 in Uzbekistan. Higher pay doesn't always mean more spending money – weigh income against local costs.
Cost Highlights
⭐Rent is 217% higher in Uzbekistan.
⭐Dining out costs 91% more in Uzbekistan.
⭐Public transport is 250% more expensive in Pakistan.
⭐Salaries are 116% higher in Uzbekistan, giving Uzbekistan stronger purchasing power.
City Median Internet Speeds Comparison (Updated April 2026)
The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.
Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index
Pakistan vs Uzbekistan: Cost of Living - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost difference between Pakistan and Uzbekistan?
At $416 per month in Pakistan and $524 in Uzbekistan, there's a 26% gap. Keep in mind it varies by city – the difference can be bigger or smaller depending on where you settle within each country.
Which country is cheaper for everyday spending?
Pakistan is simply cheaper day-to-day: lower food prices, cheaper commutes, smaller household bills. Over time, those daily savings make a real difference to your monthly budget and ability to put money away.
Which country has higher housing costs?
Rent in Uzbekistan beats Pakistan across the board, especially in major cities. Housing is usually the single biggest driver of the overall cost difference between the two countries.
Is $1,000 a realistic budget in Pakistan or Uzbekistan?
In Pakistan, $1,000 covers most cities easily. In Uzbekistan, it works in regional areas but falls short in the capital – you'll need to make trade-offs on housing or lifestyle.
Should I move to Pakistan or Uzbekistan?
It depends on what you're after. Pakistan wins on affordability; Uzbekistan may offer higher salaries, better infrastructure, and different cultural perks. Both attract large expat communities for different reasons.