Cost of Living in Pakistan - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $253 (excluding rent), and $438 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $626 (excluding rent), and $898 including rent.
Currency
🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$1.81 PKR 505
$1.08 PKR 302
$3.62 PKR 1,010
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$12.27 PKR 3,428
$8.76 PKR 2,447
$24.55 PKR 6,855
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$4.17 PKR 1,164
$3.48 PKR 972
$5.21 PKR 1,455
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.79 PKR 501
$1.07 PKR 300
$3.58 PKR 1,001
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.95 PKR 1,104
$2.06 PKR 575
$6.86 PKR 1,917
Cappuccino
$1.78 PKR 497
$0.72 PKR 201
$3.22 PKR 899
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.33 PKR 93.0
$0.24 PKR 66.4
$0.61 PKR 170
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.23 PKR 64.3
$0.19 PKR 52.6
$0.37 PKR 102
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$0.76 PKR 211
$0.55 PKR 152
$1.06 PKR 297
White Bread (500g)
$0.59 PKR 163
$0.36 PKR 100
$0.94 PKR 264
Rice (white) (1kg)
$1.21 PKR 338
$0.79 PKR 222
$1.62 PKR 452
Eggs
$1.21 PKR 338
$0.87 PKR 243
$1.53 PKR 427
Local Cheese (1kg)
$5.89 PKR 1,645
$2.15 PKR 600
$10.76 PKR 3,004
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$2.86 PKR 799
$1.55 PKR 434
$4.14 PKR 1,156
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$4.23 PKR 1,180
$2.85 PKR 795
$5.70 PKR 1,590
Apples (1kg)
$1.01 PKR 282
$0.52 PKR 145
$1.38 PKR 385
Banana (1kg)
$0.61 PKR 171
$0.34 PKR 93.7
$1.12 PKR 313
Oranges (1kg)
$0.80 PKR 224
$0.32 PKR 90.7
$1.43 PKR 400
Tomato (1kg)
$0.49 PKR 137
$0.20 PKR 56.5
$0.85 PKR 237
Potato (1kg)
$0.38 PKR 107
$0.19 PKR 52.2
$0.66 PKR 186
Onion (1kg)
$0.48 PKR 134
$0.24 PKR 67.2
$0.68 PKR 191
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.36 PKR 100
$0.17 PKR 48.76
$0.69 PKR 192
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.36 PKR 99.8
$0.24 PKR 67.4
$0.51 PKR 143
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)
$1.91 PKR 534
$0.53 PKR 149
$15.83 PKR 4,419
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1.10 PKR 308
$0.39 PKR 108
$2.17 PKR 605
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.01 PKR 561
$0.70 PKR 195
$3.48 PKR 973
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$2.05 PKR 573
$1.62 PKR 451
$2.69 PKR 752
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.20 PKR 56.7
$0.16 PKR 44.09
$0.39 PKR 110
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$7.28 PKR 2,032
$3.64 PKR 1,017
$15.83 PKR 4,420
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.84 PKR 234
$0.51 PKR 141
$1.69 PKR 472
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.55 PKR 155
$0.26 PKR 71.7
$0.91 PKR 255
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$1.81 PKR 506
$1.08 PKR 303
$3.62 PKR 1,011
Gasoline (1 liter)
$0.91 PKR 255
$0.86 PKR 241
$1.02 PKR 285
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$17.6K PKR 4.9M
$14.1K PKR 3.9M
$21.2K PKR 5.9M
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$23.5K PKR 6.6M
$21.1K PKR 5.9M
$26.7K PKR 7.5M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$109 PKR 30.6K
$52.8 PKR 14.7K
$201 PKR 56.2K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$4.70 PKR 1,314
$2.88 PKR 803
$7.55 PKR 2,108
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$15.53 PKR 4,336
$10.76 PKR 3,005
$28.69 PKR 8,012
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$13.38 PKR 3,735
$5.37 PKR 1,500
$35.84 PKR 10.0K
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$8.83 PKR 2,466
$3.59 PKR 1,001
$17.91 PKR 5,000
Cinema Ticket
$4.35 PKR 1,215
$3.09 PKR 862
$7.25 PKR 2,025
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$40.03 PKR 11.2K
$18.01 PKR 5,029
$90.1 PKR 25.1K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$1,177 PKR 328.8K
$538 PKR 150.3K
$3,588 PKR 1.0M
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$15.84 PKR 4,424
$5.35 PKR 1,493
$32.12 PKR 8,969
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$23.04 PKR 6,435
$10.48 PKR 2,926
$45.41 PKR 12.7K
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$73.1 PKR 20.4K
$25.20 PKR 7,038
$126 PKR 35.2K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$33.15 PKR 9,256
$14.32 PKR 3,999
$71.6 PKR 20.0K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$111 PKR 31.0K
$52.1 PKR 14.6K
$209 PKR 58.2K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$66.0 PKR 18.4K
$34.80 PKR 9,716
$132 PKR 36.9K
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$279 PKR 77.9K
$143 PKR 40.0K
$537 PKR 149.9K
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$168 PKR 46.9K
$89.6 PKR 25.0K
$359 PKR 100.1K
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$908 PKR 253.5K
$383 PKR 107.0K
$1,780 PKR 497.0K
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$522 PKR 145.6K
$306 PKR 85.3K
$807 PKR 225.5K
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$186 PKR 51.8K
-
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
18.97
12
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CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 1, 2026

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Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month
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Mobile download speed (Mbps)
Internet download speed (Mbps)
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9.54
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Pakistan Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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Cost of Living in Pakistan - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pakistan considered good value for money for travelers, expats, and digital nomads compared with other regions?
Pakistan generally offers a favorable cost-to-value balance for travelers, expats, and digital nomads, with many cities delivering comfortable living at a fraction of prices seen in higher-cost regions. You will find affordable meals, a wide range of housing options, and inexpensive local transit, though costs can spike in popular expat hubs or peak tourist seasons. The value comes from flexible neighborhoods rather than a single price. Compare by city, lifestyle, and proximity to amenities to identify where your budget goes furthest. Cost of Living in Pakistan. Tip: Start with a short orientation stay to map out neighborhoods that fit your routine.
What does a typical day look like for housing search, food options, transport, co-working, and errands in Pakistan?
Days in major Pakistani cities can flow with a comfortable, budget-friendly rhythm. Start by scouting neighborhoods online and in-person for rental options, then visit a few open houses to gauge noise, security, and light. For meals, street-food stalls and casual eateries offer dependable value, while grocery chains provide familiar staples. Transport often centers on rickshaws, ride-hailing apps, and affordable buses, with rides becoming more efficient in central districts. Co-working spaces cluster around business hubs, offering flexible plans for short-term stays. Errands flow from local markets to banks and telecom shops, so keep a SIM card handy and carry small change. Pakistan living cost varies by area, so map out a path that minimizes backtracking. Tip: Build a simple daily budget that matches your typical week.
How can you optimize quality of life, budgeting, and neighborhood fit in Pakistan, including seasonal considerations?
Quality of life hinges on choosing a neighborhood that fits your pace and schedule. Start with a budget framework: set a monthly cap for housing, meals, and transport, then leave room for occasional frills like weekend getaways or coworking day passes. In summer, plan for hotter days and water costs; in winter, heating or warm meals may shift routines. Look for areas with good internet, safe streets, and easy access to groceries and coworking options. Build a network by joining expat communities or local clubs, and test commute times during different hours to gauge reliability. Tip: Consider a trial month in a few districts to compare lifestyle fit before committing long-term.

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