Cost of Living in Faisalabad - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $241 (excluding rent), and $346 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $566 (excluding rent), and $723 including rent.
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🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$1.75 PKR 489
$1.39 PKR 389
$3.50 PKR 977
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$10.56 PKR 2,949
$7.04 PKR 1,965
$14.08 PKR 3,932
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$3.64 PKR 1,016
$3.64 PKR 1,016
$4.36 PKR 1,217
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$2.78 PKR 776
$2.08 PKR 581
$3.48 PKR 971
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$4.82 PKR 1,346
$4.28 PKR 1,196
$5.35 PKR 1,495
Cappuccino
$1.52 PKR 424
$0.90 PKR 251
$3.24 PKR 905
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.33 PKR 92.4
$0.26 PKR 72.2
$0.36 PKR 101
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.22 PKR 61.3
$0.17 PKR 47.99
$0.31 PKR 85.3
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$0.72 PKR 200
$0.59 PKR 164
$0.97 PKR 271
White Bread (500g)
$0.64 PKR 178
$0.36 PKR 101
$1.09 PKR 305
Rice (white) (1kg)
$1.30 PKR 362
$0.72 PKR 201
$1.79 PKR 500
Eggs
$1.15 PKR 322
$0.92 PKR 256
$1.38 PKR 386
Local Cheese (1kg)
$7.08 PKR 1,976
$5.17 PKR 1,444
$13.81 PKR 3,856
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$2.68 PKR 747
$1.70 PKR 473
$3.25 PKR 907
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$3.27 PKR 912
$2.86 PKR 799
$3.58 PKR 1,000
Apples (1kg)
$0.99 PKR 276
$0.76 PKR 213
$1.38 PKR 385
Banana (1kg)
$0.55 PKR 154
$0.41 PKR 113
$0.69 PKR 192
Oranges (1kg)
$0.65 PKR 182
$0.36 PKR 99.5
$2.16 PKR 603
Tomato (1kg)
$0.56 PKR 155
$0.19 PKR 51.8
$1.28 PKR 357
Potato (1kg)
$0.35 PKR 97.4
$0.20 PKR 56.8
$0.55 PKR 154
Onion (1kg)
$0.56 PKR 155
$0.22 PKR 61.6
$0.75 PKR 208
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.59 PKR 165
$0.17 PKR 48.67
$1.03 PKR 287
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.43 PKR 120
$0.33 PKR 93.3
$0.55 PKR 155
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)
$1.46 PKR 408
$0.55 PKR 154
$5.46 PKR 1,525
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$0.73 PKR 205
$0.55 PKR 153
$2.19 PKR 611
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.61 PKR 1,008
$0.86 PKR 239
$3.61 PKR 1,008
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$1.90 PKR 531
$1.81 PKR 505
$2.89 PKR 807
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.18 PKR 49.42
$0.18 PKR 49.42
$0.34 PKR 96.1
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$3.61 PKR 1,007
$1.80 PKR 503
$3.61 PKR 1,007
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$1.03 PKR 288
$0.86 PKR 239
$1.72 PKR 481
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.39 PKR 110
$0.19 PKR 52.1
$0.85 PKR 238
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$1.75 PKR 488
$1.75 PKR 488
$3.50 PKR 976
Gasoline (1 liter)
$0.94 PKR 262
$0.88 PKR 245
$1.03 PKR 287
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$22.5K PKR 6.3M
$16.2K PKR 4.5M
$28.8K PKR 8.0M
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$21.3K PKR 5.9M
$21.3K PKR 5.9M
$21.3K PKR 6.0M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$58.6 PKR 16.4K
$35.58 PKR 9,936
$81.4 PKR 22.7K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$3.83 PKR 1,071
$2.86 PKR 797
$5.35 PKR 1,493
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$12.90 PKR 3,603
$8.88 PKR 2,478
$19.53 PKR 5,453
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$15.13 PKR 4,225
$5.38 PKR 1,503
$32.32 PKR 9,026
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$10.48 PKR 2,927
$3.50 PKR 977
$17.47 PKR 4,877
Cinema Ticket
$3.45 PKR 963
$2.42 PKR 675
$6.89 PKR 1,924
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$28.76 PKR 8,030
$14.38 PKR 4,016
$35.95 PKR 10.0K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$1,118 PKR 312.3K
$839 PKR 234.2K
$1,468 PKR 409.8K
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$16.23 PKR 4,533
$7.08 PKR 1,977
$35.42 PKR 9,891
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$22.40 PKR 6,254
$7.17 PKR 2,001
$28.67 PKR 8,006
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$59.7 PKR 16.7K
$35.14 PKR 9,813
$87.8 PKR 24.5K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$26.29 PKR 7,341
$10.76 PKR 3,004
$35.86 PKR 10.0K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$70.6 PKR 19.7K
$52.9 PKR 14.8K
$88.2 PKR 24.6K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$47.01 PKR 13.1K
$27.86 PKR 7,778
$69.6 PKR 19.4K
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$149 PKR 41.7K
$108 PKR 30.0K
$179 PKR 50.0K
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$107 PKR 29.9K
$71.4 PKR 19.9K
$143 PKR 39.9K
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$531 PKR 148.2K
-
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$564 PKR 157.4K
$247 PKR 68.9K
$881 PKR 245.9K
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$197 PKR 54.9K
-
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
18
12
22

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Last update: March 2, 2026

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Cost of Living in Faisalabad - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Faisalabad generally good value for a traveler, expat, or digital nomad, and how does it compare to other regional cities?
Around here, Cost of Living in Faisalabad, Pakistan tends to be moderate compared with bigger urban centers in the region. You will find affordable daily groceries, reliable local eateries, and practical transport options that will not drain your budget. Housing is very reasonable in older parts of the city or away from the main markets; newer developments near universities can be pricier but still accessible for longer stays. Seasonal markets, local services, and friendly vendors help you stretch a budget without sacrificing convenience. Tip: Plan a flexible budget that prioritizes housing and transit.
What does daily life look like in Faisalabad, including housing search, food options, transport, and coworking or errands?
On a typical day, you will find affordable meals at local eateries, markets, and mid-range groceries, with convenient transport options like rickshaws and ride-hailing apps. When searching for housing, start near university belts or business districts to balance work and social life; expect quieter side streets to be cheaper, while busy cores offer more amenities. For errands and coworking, assess connectivity, reliability of electricity and Wi-Fi, and security. Keep a close eye on Faisalabad, Pakistan living cost as you compare leases, neighborhoods, and long-term rental terms. Tip: Use short-term stays to test neighborhoods before committing.
What factors affect quality of life and budgeting in Faisalabad, and what tips help you fit in and save as seasons change?
Quality of life in Faisalabad hinges on how you balance pace, access to services, and climate. A practical budgeting framework helps you categorize essentials (housing, food, utilities, transport) vs. discretionary spending (dining out, activities). Seek neighborhoods with good street lighting and safe walks, while you stay mindful of heat in summer when cooling costs rise. Seasonal shifts affect markets and shopping hours; plan errands early in the day. To save, compare weekly markets against supermarkets, share rides, and consider longer-term rental terms where feasible. Tip: build a simple monthly plan and revisit it each season.

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