Prices and Cost of Living in Pakistan

Food and beverage prices in Pakistan

Popular food products found on store shelves in Pakistan include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 151 PKR (0.53 USD) for a kilo of onions to 1263 PKR (4.46 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 345 PKR (1.22 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 187 PKR (0.66 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 232 PKR (0.82 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 296 PKR (1.04 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 111 PKR (0.39 USD). Dairy prices in Pakistan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 282 PKR (1 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1922 PKR (6.79 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 978 PKR (3.45 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 350 PKR (1.24 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 159 PKR (0.56 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Pakistan vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 584 PKR (2.06 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 117 PKR (0.41 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1400 PKR (4.94 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 4000 PKR (14.13 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 800 PKR (2.83 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Pakistan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 50 PKR (0.18 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 2650 PKR (9.36 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 275 PKR (0.97 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 120 PKR (0.42 USD).

Fuel prices in Pakistan

Average fuel prices in Pakistan are 266 PKR (0.94 USD) per liter of gasoline and 272 PKR (0.96 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pakistan?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Pakistan varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 31921 PKR (113 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 57000 PKR (201 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 319098 PKR (1127 USD) per square meter.