Cost of Living in Sargodha - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $254 (excluding rent), and $442 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $565 (excluding rent), and $887 including rent.
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🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$1.39 PKR 387
$1.22 PKR 341
$4.70 PKR 1,311
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$14.23 PKR 3,970
$10.67 PKR 2,977
$53.4 PKR 14.9K
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$5.16 PKR 1,440
$4.13 PKR 1,152
$6.20 PKR 1,731
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.80 PKR 502
$1.08 PKR 301
$3.60 PKR 1,005
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.94 PKR 1,099
$2.15 PKR 599
$7.16 PKR 1,997
Cappuccino
$1.98 PKR 552
$0.69 PKR 193
$4.13 PKR 1,152
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.40 PKR 111
$0.27 PKR 75.7
$0.69 PKR 192
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.22 PKR 61.1
$0.17 PKR 47.84
$0.37 PKR 104
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$0.74 PKR 207
$0.74 PKR 207
$1.32 PKR 369
White Bread (500g)
$0.67 PKR 186
$0.41 PKR 113
$0.92 PKR 256
Rice (white) (1kg)
$1.21 PKR 336
$0.86 PKR 239
$1.72 PKR 480
Eggs
$0.74 PKR 208
$0.74 PKR 208
$1.86 PKR 518
Local Cheese (1kg)
$6.31 PKR 1,761
$1.87 PKR 523
$14.41 PKR 4,019
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$1.92 PKR 536
$1.82 PKR 507
$5.45 PKR 1,519
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$4.39 PKR 1,224
$3.15 PKR 879
$5.25 PKR 1,465
Apples (1kg)
$0.54 PKR 151
$0.54 PKR 151
$1.44 PKR 402
Banana (1kg)
$0.85 PKR 236
$0.55 PKR 154
$1.30 PKR 361
Oranges (1kg)
$0.96 PKR 268
$0.37 PKR 102
$1.85 PKR 515
Tomato (1kg)
$0.60 PKR 168
$0.29 PKR 81.2
$1.10 PKR 308
Potato (1kg)
$0.38 PKR 107
$0.13 PKR 37.50
$0.61 PKR 171
Onion (1kg)
$0.56 PKR 157
$0.29 PKR 79.9
$0.73 PKR 203
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.30 PKR 84.9
$0.17 PKR 47.73
$0.53 PKR 149
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.37 PKR 104
$0.27 PKR 74.9
$1.02 PKR 283
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)
$1.45 PKR 406
$0.71 PKR 199
$5.65 PKR 1,577
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$0.92 PKR 256
$0.53 PKR 147
$2.37 PKR 662
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.98 PKR 551
$0.83 PKR 232
$2.10 PKR 585
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$2.10 PKR 586
$1.75 PKR 490
$2.63 PKR 733
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.21 PKR 57.6
$0.13 PKR 35.20
$0.21 PKR 57.6
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$7.18 PKR 2,002
$2.70 PKR 753
$7.19 PKR 2,005
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.92 PKR 256
$0.74 PKR 207
$1.66 PKR 463
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.40 PKR 111
$0.34 PKR 95.4
$0.78 PKR 217
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$2.81 PKR 783
$1.76 PKR 490
$4.20 PKR 1,173
Gasoline (1 liter)
$0.90 PKR 251
$0.84 PKR 235
$0.98 PKR 275
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$21.1K PKR 5.9M
$17.6K PKR 4.9M
$28.1K PKR 7.8M
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$26.5K PKR 7.4M
$25.0K PKR 7.0M
$28.5K PKR 8.0M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$114 PKR 31.7K
$71.5 PKR 20.0K
$179 PKR 49.9K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$5.52 PKR 1,540
$3.56 PKR 993
$10.67 PKR 2,976
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$18.56 PKR 5,176
$12.30 PKR 3,431
$28.10 PKR 7,839
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$12.52 PKR 3,494
$5.36 PKR 1,496
$14.31 PKR 3,993
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$6.09 PKR 1,698
$1.82 PKR 507
$9.07 PKR 2,531
Cinema Ticket
$4.36 PKR 1,217
$3.64 PKR 1,016
$7.28 PKR 2,029
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$60.8 PKR 17.0K
$35.81 PKR 9,991
$129 PKR 36.0K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$1,116 PKR 311.4K
$712 PKR 198.7K
$2,137 PKR 596.2K
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$21.62 PKR 6,032
$7.13 PKR 1,988
$39.21 PKR 10.9K
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$28.49 PKR 7,948
$10.79 PKR 3,011
$43.17 PKR 12.0K
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$87.1 PKR 24.3K
$27.88 PKR 7,777
$139 PKR 38.9K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$39.70 PKR 11.1K
$17.49 PKR 4,878
$87.4 PKR 24.4K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$74.7 PKR 20.8K
$47.48 PKR 13.2K
$87.9 PKR 24.5K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$51.4 PKR 14.3K
$28.04 PKR 7,822
$70.1 PKR 19.6K
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$164 PKR 45.9K
$131 PKR 36.5K
$209 PKR 58.3K
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$105 PKR 29.4K
$87.8 PKR 24.5K
$140 PKR 39.2K
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$818 PKR 228.2K
$390 PKR 108.9K
$1,215 PKR 338.8K
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$570 PKR 159.1K
$384 PKR 107.0K
$713 PKR 198.8K
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$181 PKR 50.5K
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20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
14
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Last update: April 14, 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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