Cost of Living in Sargodha - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $270 (excluding rent), and $438 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $699 (excluding rent), and $864 including rent.
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🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$1.40 PKR 390
$1.23 PKR 343
$4.73 PKR 1,321
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$13.90 PKR 3,881
$10.42 PKR 2,910
$52.1 PKR 14.5K
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$5.19 PKR 1,448
$4.15 PKR 1,159
$6.23 PKR 1,741
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.82 PKR 507
$1.09 PKR 304
$3.63 PKR 1,014
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.86 PKR 1,078
$2.10 PKR 588
$7.02 PKR 1,959
Cappuccino
$1.99 PKR 555
$0.70 PKR 194
$4.15 PKR 1,160
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.43 PKR 119
$0.29 PKR 81.2
$0.74 PKR 206
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.24 PKR 67.2
$0.19 PKR 52.6
$0.41 PKR 114
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$0.70 PKR 195
$0.70 PKR 195
$1.25 PKR 349
White Bread (500g)
$0.61 PKR 170
$0.37 PKR 104
$0.84 PKR 234
Rice (white) (1kg)
$1.23 PKR 343
$0.87 PKR 243
$1.75 PKR 490
Eggs
$0.67 PKR 188
$0.67 PKR 188
$1.68 PKR 470
Local Cheese (1kg)
$6.08 PKR 1,699
$1.81 PKR 504
$13.88 PKR 3,877
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$1.88 PKR 525
$1.78 PKR 497
$5.33 PKR 1,489
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$4.35 PKR 1,215
$3.12 PKR 872
$5.21 PKR 1,454
Apples (1kg)
$0.55 PKR 153
$0.55 PKR 153
$1.45 PKR 406
Banana (1kg)
$0.83 PKR 231
$0.54 PKR 151
$1.27 PKR 354
Oranges (1kg)
$0.88 PKR 245
$0.33 PKR 93.0
$1.68 PKR 470
Tomato (1kg)
$0.57 PKR 159
$0.27 PKR 76.5
$1.04 PKR 290
Potato (1kg)
$0.38 PKR 107
$0.13 PKR 37.30
$0.61 PKR 171
Onion (1kg)
$0.57 PKR 158
$0.29 PKR 80.4
$0.73 PKR 204
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.33 PKR 92.8
$0.19 PKR 52.2
$0.58 PKR 162
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.38 PKR 105
$0.27 PKR 75.6
$1.02 PKR 286
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)
$1.40 PKR 390
$0.61 PKR 172
$5.40 PKR 1,507
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$0.92 PKR 257
$0.53 PKR 147
$2.38 PKR 664
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.96 PKR 548
$0.82 PKR 230
$2.08 PKR 581
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$2.16 PKR 603
$1.80 PKR 504
$2.70 PKR 754
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.20 PKR 57.2
$0.13 PKR 34.95
$0.20 PKR 57.2
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$7.20 PKR 2,011
$2.71 PKR 757
$7.21 PKR 2,014
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.92 PKR 256
$0.74 PKR 206
$1.66 PKR 462
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.40 PKR 113
$0.35 PKR 96.8
$0.79 PKR 221
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$2.90 PKR 810
$1.81 PKR 506
$4.34 PKR 1,213
Gasoline (1 liter)
$0.95 PKR 266
$0.89 PKR 249
$1.04 PKR 292
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$21.6K PKR 6.0M
$18.0K PKR 5.0M
$28.8K PKR 8.0M
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$26.3K PKR 7.4M
$24.8K PKR 6.9M
$28.4K PKR 7.9M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$110 PKR 30.7K
$69.3 PKR 19.4K
$173 PKR 48.4K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$5.34 PKR 1,492
$3.45 PKR 962
$10.33 PKR 2,884
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$18.35 PKR 5,125
$12.16 PKR 3,396
$27.79 PKR 7,761
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$12.33 PKR 3,442
$5.28 PKR 1,474
$14.09 PKR 3,935
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$6.07 PKR 1,695
$1.81 PKR 506
$9.05 PKR 2,527
Cinema Ticket
$4.17 PKR 1,164
$3.48 PKR 972
$6.95 PKR 1,942
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$60.7 PKR 16.9K
$35.76 PKR 9,986
$129 PKR 35.9K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$1,091 PKR 304.7K
$697 PKR 194.5K
$2,090 PKR 583.5K
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$21.27 PKR 5,938
$7.01 PKR 1,957
$38.57 PKR 10.8K
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$27.56 PKR 7,696
$10.44 PKR 2,915
$41.76 PKR 11.7K
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$87.9 PKR 24.5K
$28.11 PKR 7,850
$141 PKR 39.3K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$40.71 PKR 11.4K
$17.93 PKR 5,008
$89.7 PKR 25.0K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$73.8 PKR 20.6K
$46.91 PKR 13.1K
$86.9 PKR 24.3K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$51.3 PKR 14.3K
$28.00 PKR 7,818
$70.0 PKR 19.5K
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$169 PKR 47.3K
$135 PKR 37.6K
$215 PKR 60.2K
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$105 PKR 29.3K
$87.4 PKR 24.4K
$140 PKR 39.0K
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$776 PKR 216.7K
$383 PKR 106.8K
$1,191 PKR 332.5K
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$578 PKR 161.4K
$389 PKR 108.6K
$722 PKR 201.7K
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$178 PKR 49.7K
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20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
14
14
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Last update: February 28, 2026

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Cost of Living in Sargodha - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Sargodha compare in terms of affordability, and who tends to find good value there?
For travelers, expats, and digital nomads, Cost of Living in Sargodha, Pakistan tends to feel reasonable within its regional frame. You’ll find more space for your budget than in Pakistan’s big metropolises, with lower rent and a slower pace, which helps stretch savings on a mid- to long-term stay. Value shows up in neighborhood clusters with easier access to markets, student-friendly cafes, and straightforward transport options. If you aim to balance work and life, you’ll notice cost-effective choices in groceries, street food, and utility basics, plus a quieter environment for focused work. Tip: Start with a short-term rental in a central neighborhood to gauge value and commute time before committing longer.
What does daily life look like for housing search, food options, transport, coworking, and errands in Sargodha?
Daily life centers on practical routines. Housing options include modest apartments and shared rooms, with terms that fit short or longer stays. Food choices range from bustling local markets to affordable street meals, always tasting authentic. Transport is straightforward: rickshaws and motorbikes cover most trips, while many places are walkable in the core. If you work remotely, seek out cafes with reliable wifi or a small coworking space near your area, and keep errands capped for efficiency. Sargodha, Pakistan living cost varies by neighborhood and season, guiding where you shop and how you plan your week. Tip: build a weekly route that minimizes backtracking to save time and energy.
What is the quality of life like, and how should you budget and choose a neighborhood in Sargodha to fit your rhythms?
Quality of life in Sargodha tends to balance quiet daily rhythms with accessible services. To budget effectively, use a simple framework: housing, food, transport, and utilities as core categories, with a buffer for occasional activities. Seasons influence comfort and cost: summers may push you toward shaded spots and cooling options, while harvest seasons shift grocery prices locally. Neighborhood fit matters; central markets and Cantt areas often offer convenience, while leafy residential cores provide quieter work zones. Save by cooking at home, buying staples in bulk, and choosing public transit over ride-hails when possible. Tip: set a flexible monthly plan that scales as you test neighborhoods and work hours.

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