🙂Monthly costs for one person with rent: $392 in Pakistan versus $427 in Uzbekistan.
🙂Estimated couple costs with rent: $592 in Pakistan versus $697 in Uzbekistan.
🙂Monthly costs for a family of three with rent: $792 in Pakistan versus $967 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 $92.0 to $928, compared to $289–$533 in Pakistan. City choice carries more weight in Uzbekistan.
Currency
🍽 Eating Out
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$1.75PKR 488
$4.23UZS 50.7K
-58.63%
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$12.30PKR 3,421
$27.08UZS 324.4K
-54.58%
Fast Food Meal(McDonalds, etc)
$4.12PKR 1,147
$3.93UZS 47.1K
4.83%
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer(0.5 liter draught)
$1.76PKR 488
-
-
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer(0.33 liter bottle)
$4.18PKR 1,161
-
-
Cappuccino
$1.72PKR 479
$1.75UZS 21.0K
-1.71%
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite(0.33 liter bottle)
$0.33PKR 92.6
$0.60UZS 7,137
-45.00%
Water(0.33 liter bottle)
$0.21PKR 58.2
$0.25UZS 2,961
-16.00%
Local Beer(0.5 liter draught)
-
$1.24UZS 14.8K
-
Imported Beer(0.33 liter bottle)
-
$3.92UZS 47.0K
-
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Milk(1 liter)
$0.82PKR 227
$1.11UZS 13.3K
-26.13%
White Bread(500g)
$0.55PKR 152
$0.41UZS 4,860
34.15%
Rice(white)(1kg)
$1.17PKR 325
$1.67UZS 20.0K
-29.94%
Eggs
$1.21PKR 337
$1.44UZS 17.2K
-15.97%
Local Cheese(1kg)
$5.92PKR 1,645
$7.36UZS 88.1K
-19.57%
Chicken Fillets(1kg)
$2.91PKR 810
$3.73UZS 44.6K
-21.98%
Beef Round Steak(1kg)
$4.14PKR 1,151
$8.27UZS 99.1K
-49.94%
Apples(1kg)
$1.06PKR 294
$1.25UZS 15.0K
-15.20%
Banana(1kg)
$0.62PKR 172
$1.79UZS 21.4K
-65.36%
Oranges(1kg)
$0.76PKR 213
$2.15UZS 25.8K
-64.65%
Tomato(1kg)
$0.53PKR 147
$1.49UZS 17.9K
-64.43%
Potato(1kg)
$0.38PKR 106
$0.53UZS 6,368
-28.30%
Onion(1kg)
$0.48PKR 134
$0.34UZS 4,077
41.18%
Lettuce(1 head)
$0.38PKR 106
$0.58UZS 6,914
-34.48%
Water(1.5 liter bottle)
$0.39PKR 108
$0.43UZS 5,183
-9.30%
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine(Mid-Range)
$1.99PKR 552
-
-
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer(0.5 liter bottle)
$1.06PKR 295
-
-
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer(0.33 liter bottle)
$2.01PKR 558
-
-
Cigarettes 20 Pack(Marlboro, Camel)
$2.04PKR 567
$2.05UZS 24.5K
-0.49%
Wine(Bottle)
-
$5.70UZS 68.2K
-
Local Beer(0.5 liter bottle)
-
$1.12UZS 13.4K
-
Imported Beer(0.33 liter bottle)
-
$3.00UZS 35.9K
-
🚌 Getting Around
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
One-way Ticket(Public Transport)
$0.20PKR 56.5
$0.17UZS 2,049
17.65%
Public Transport Monthly Pass(Regular Price)
$7.26PKR 2,020
$10.33UZS 123.7K
-29.72%
Taxi Start(Normal Tariff)
$0.90PKR 252
$0.45UZS 5,348
100.00%
Taxi(Normal Tariff)(1km)
$0.52PKR 146
$0.29UZS 3,450
79.31%
Taxi 1hour Waiting(Normal Tariff)
$1.74PKR 484
$2.96UZS 35.5K
-41.22%
Gasoline(1 liter)
$0.96PKR 268
$1.02UZS 12.3K
-5.88%
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l(Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$17.4KPKR 4.8M
$20.9KUZS 250.4M
-16.79%
Compact Sedan 1.6l(Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$23.5KPKR 6.5M
$25.6KUZS 306.3M
-8.28%
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment(Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage)(85m2)
$111PKR 30.9K
$43.14UZS 516.7K
157.35%
SIM Card Monthly Plan(Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$4.55PKR 1,266
$3.53UZS 42.3K
28.90%
Internet(50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$15.24PKR 4,236
$11.75UZS 140.7K
29.70%
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Gym Membership(Monthly)
$13.26PKR 3,686
$42.42UZS 508.0K
-68.74%
Tennis Court(1 Hour on Weekend)
$8.49PKR 2,360
$10.95UZS 131.2K
-22.47%
Cinema Ticket
$4.28PKR 1,191
$4.90UZS 58.6K
-12.65%
🧸 Childcare & Education
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child(Monthly)
$38.97PKR 10.8K
$287UZS 3.4M
-86.43%
International Primary School, 1 Child(Yearly)
$1,177PKR 327.3K
$8,054UZS 96.5M
-85.38%
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Jeans(Levis 501 Or Similar)
$15.65PKR 4,352
$36.20UZS 433.6K
-56.77%
Summer Dress(H&M, Zara, etc)
$23.01PKR 6,398
$44.83UZS 536.9K
-48.67%
Sport Shoes(Adidas, Nike)
$72.5PKR 20.2K
$96.4UZS 1.2M
-24.80%
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$32.10PKR 8,925
$113UZS 1.4M
-71.54%
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center(Monthly)
$111PKR 30.8K
$557UZS 6.7M
-80.13%
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center(Monthly)
$66.4PKR 18.5K
$356UZS 4.3M
-81.33%
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center(Monthly)
$271PKR 75.5K
$966UZS 11.6M
-71.90%
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center(Monthly)
$166PKR 46.0K
$615UZS 7.4M
-73.09%
Buy Apartment in City Center(m2)
$987PKR 274.5K
$1,575UZS 18.9M
-37.32%
Buy Apartment Outside City Center(m2)
$517PKR 143.8K
$892UZS 10.7M
-42.05%
💵 Salaries & Financials
Pakistan
Uzbekistan
Difference
Average Monthly Net Salary(After Tax)
$184PKR 51.0K
$503UZS 6.0M
-63.50%
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: June 6, 2026
Last update for Uzbekistan: June 7, 2026
Cost Breakdown
🏠National rent averages: $78.0 in Pakistan, $245 in Uzbekistan. Capital cities: $201 in Islamabad vs $623 in Tashkent.
💰National salary averages: $183 in Pakistan, $399 in Uzbekistan. Higher pay doesn't always mean more spending money – weigh income against local costs.
Cost Highlights
⭐Rent is 214% higher in Uzbekistan.
⭐Dining out costs 91% more in Uzbekistan.
⭐Public transport is 250% more expensive in Pakistan.
⭐Salaries are 118% 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 $411 per month in Pakistan and $510 in Uzbekistan, there's a 24% 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.