Cost of Living in Talagang - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $241 (excluding rent), and $398 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $580 (excluding rent), and $793 including rent.
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🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$1.74 PKR 491
$1.04 PKR 294
$3.48 PKR 981
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$12.06 PKR 3,406
$8.57 PKR 2,420
$32.15 PKR 9,081
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$3.98 PKR 1,125
$3.44 PKR 972
$5.15 PKR 1,455
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.75 PKR 495
$1.05 PKR 296
$3.51 PKR 990
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.07 PKR 866
$2.15 PKR 607
$4.59 PKR 1,296
Cappuccino
$1.63 PKR 462
$0.79 PKR 223
$3.54 PKR 999
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.31 PKR 88.1
$0.24 PKR 66.8
$0.5 PKR 142
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.21 PKR 59.8
$0.17 PKR 48.92
$0.34 PKR 95.1
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$0.71 PKR 201
$0.62 PKR 174
$1.07 PKR 302
White Bread (500g)
$0.61 PKR 171
$0.37 PKR 103
$0.92 PKR 260
Rice (white) (1kg)
$1.2 PKR 340
$0.72 PKR 204
$1.8 PKR 510
Eggs
$1.14 PKR 321
$0.84 PKR 238
$1.51 PKR 428
Local Cheese (1kg)
$5.63 PKR 1,591
$2.32 PKR 656
$13.26 PKR 3,745
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$2.68 PKR 757
$1.7 PKR 479
$4.34 PKR 1,224
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$3.62 PKR 1,023
$2.78 PKR 785
$5.2 PKR 1,470
Apples (1kg)
$0.98 PKR 278
$0.62 PKR 174
$1.36 PKR 384
Banana (1kg)
$0.65 PKR 184
$0.36 PKR 102
$1.17 PKR 330
Oranges (1kg)
$0.66 PKR 186
$0.36 PKR 102
$1.45 PKR 410
Tomato (1kg)
$0.51 PKR 145
$0.22 PKR 61
$1.09 PKR 308
Potato (1kg)
$0.37 PKR 105
$0.19 PKR 52.6
$0.66 PKR 187
Onion (1kg)
$0.47 PKR 132
$0.22 PKR 61.9
$0.68 PKR 191
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.28 PKR 78.4
$0.16 PKR 44.11
$0.62 PKR 174
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.34 PKR 96
$0.24 PKR 68.6
$0.51 PKR 145
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)
$1.76 PKR 498
$0.57 PKR 160
$5.28 PKR 1,490
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$0.91 PKR 258
$0.54 PKR 154
$2.18 PKR 615
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.09 PKR 592
$0.88 PKR 248
$2.6 PKR 733
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$1.79 PKR 504
$1.62 PKR 458
$2.43 PKR 685
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.17 PKR 48.92
$0.11 PKR 29.89
$0.17 PKR 48.92
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$6.27 PKR 1,770
$2.36 PKR 666
$6.27 PKR 1,772
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.85 PKR 241
$0.69 PKR 195
$1.54 PKR 436
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.47 PKR 134
$0.28 PKR 79.7
$1 PKR 284
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$1.7 PKR 480
$1.02 PKR 287
$3.4 PKR 960
Gasoline (1 liter)
$0.84 PKR 237
$0.79 PKR 222
$0.93 PKR 262
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$22.7K PKR 6.4M
$17K PKR 4.8M
$30.3K PKR 8.6M
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$20.1K PKR 5.7M
$18.7K PKR 5.3M
$23.4K PKR 6.6M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$113 PKR 31.9K
$78.4 PKR 22.1K
$196 PKR 55.4K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$4.49 PKR 1,269
$3.13 PKR 885
$9.79 PKR 2,764
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$14.04 PKR 3,966
$9.03 PKR 2,550
$28.89 PKR 8,160
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$11.47 PKR 3,240
$4.91 PKR 1,387
$13.11 PKR 3,704
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$5.28 PKR 1,490
$1.57 PKR 445
$7.86 PKR 2,221
Cinema Ticket
$3.43 PKR 968
$2.91 PKR 823
$6.85 PKR 1,934
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$29.37 PKR 8,294
$17.4 PKR 4,914
$69.6 PKR 19.7K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$1,045 PKR 295.3K
$667 PKR 188.5K
$2,002 PKR 565.4K
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$15.11 PKR 4,268
$7.05 PKR 1,991
$35.26 PKR 9,959
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$23.47 PKR 6,630
$11.27 PKR 3,183
$37.57 PKR 10.6K
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$75.2 PKR 21.2K
$30.5 PKR 8,614
$114 PKR 32.3K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$31.5 PKR 8,896
$19.09 PKR 5,390
$57.3 PKR 16.2K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$64.5 PKR 18.2K
$40.95 PKR 11.6K
$75.8 PKR 21.4K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$47.65 PKR 13.5K
$25.99 PKR 7,339
$65 PKR 18.3K
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$161 PKR 45.3K
$128 PKR 36K
$204 PKR 57.6K
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$118 PKR 33.2K
$97.9 PKR 27.7K
$157 PKR 44.3K
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$646 PKR 182.4K
$181 PKR 51.2K
$646 PKR 182.4K
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$318 PKR 89.9K
$92 PKR 26K
$318 PKR 89.9K
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
19
15
25
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Cost of Living in Talagang - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Talagang affordable for travelers and expats, and how does it compare with bigger cities?
Talagang tends to offer strong value for travelers, expats, and digital nomads seeking a slower tempo and rural charm. Compared with larger Pakistani cities, you’ll find cheaper housing options, reasonable food prices at markets, and lower daily expenses overall. Utility bills stay modest if you’re mindful of electricity use, and local transport costs are predictable for short trips around town. The trade-off is fewer high-end amenities and international chains, so plan around local services and seasonal rhythms. Cost of Living in Talagang, Pakistan reflects this practical balance. Tip: Start with a short, local-style stay to map neighborhoods, markets, and commute times.
What does daily life look like in Talagang for housing search, food, transport, and errands?
In Talagang you’ll typically find mid-sized houses or apartments with a range of options from old-town rooms to newer compounds on the edge of town. When hunting for a place, factor leases that may require longer commitments or deposits, and lean toward local landlords who speak basic Urdu or Punjabi. Food options are abundant in markets and small eateries; street food is affordable, fresh, and seasonal. For getting around, consider shared taxis, motorbikes, or short jaunts by bus; many errands can be done by walking if you stay near the central bazaar. The Talagang, Pakistan living cost influences how you budget weekly groceries and transport. Tip: Build a simple weekly plan to map groceries, meals, and transport routes.
How can you optimize quality of life, budgeting, seasonality, and neighborhood fit in Talagang?
Quality of life in Talagang comes from a balanced mix of pace, nature, and practical budgeting. Choose a neighborhood that fits your rhythm – central markets for quick errands or quieter edges for longer work blocks. Use a simple budgeting framework: separate fixed costs (rent, utilities) from flexible weekly needs (groceries, transport, social activities). Embrace seasonal produce to keep meals varied and costs steady, and plan for occasional heat waves or chilly evenings with light layers and shade. Seasonality also affects services, so expect slower evening options in off-peak times. Neighborhood fit matters for safety, wifi access in cafes, and social connections after sundown. Tip: Set a monthly priorities list and revisit it after each 30 days.
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