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Prices and Cost of Living in Pakistan

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The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Pakistan. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.

Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.

1 day

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 6.48 PLN to 10.21 PLN

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 8.69 PLN to 14.66 PLN

Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 29 May 2025.

How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Pakistan?

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 488 PKR (6.48 PLN) to 769 PKR (10.21 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 654 PKR (8.69 PLN) to 1104 PKR (14.66 PLN) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.

Budget and shopping basket update: 29 May 2025

Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.

Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.

BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).

TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).

FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.

Prices in Pakistan

Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Pakistan, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country. City: Islamabad.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)3.02 PLN
Banana (1kg)1.85 PLN
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)11.98 PLN
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)6.64 PLN
Chicken Fillets (1kg)7.59 PLN
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)3.79 PLN
Domestic Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)3.55 PLN
Eggs (regular) (12)3.43 PLN
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)6.82 PLN
Lettuce (1 head)0.93 PLN
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)1.58 PLN
Local Cheese (1kg)14.62 PLN
Milk (regular), (1 liter)2.32 PLN
Onion (1kg)1.34 PLN
Oranges (1kg)2.54 PLN
Potato (1kg)1.01 PLN
Rice (white), (1kg)3.47 PLN
Tomato (1kg)1.86 PLN
Water (1.5 liter bottle)1.04 PLN

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 101 PKR (1.34 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 902 PKR (11.98 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 261 PKR (3.47 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 119 PKR (1.58 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 139 PKR (1.85 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 228 PKR (3.02 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 78.34 PKR (1.04 PLN). Dairy prices in Pakistan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 175 PKR (2.32 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1101 PKR (14.62 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 572 PKR (7.59 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 258 PKR (3.43 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 140 PKR (1.86 PLN) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)3.75 PLN
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)0.75 PLN
Domestic Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)6.64 PLN
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)13.28 PLN
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)10.63 PLN
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course46.50 PLN
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant3.99 PLN
Water (0.33 liter bottle)0.53 PLN

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 282 PKR (3.75 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 56.4 PKR (0.75 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 800 PKR (10.63 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 3500 PKR (46.5 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 300 PKR (3.99 PLN).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)14.61 PLN
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.53 PLN
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)6.64 PLN
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)0.66 PLN
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)1.99 PLN

How much does transportation cost in Pakistan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 40 PKR (0.53 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1100 PKR (14.61 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 150 PKR (1.99 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 50 PKR (0.66 PLN).

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L3.33 PLN
Gasoline 1L3.35 PLN

Fuel prices in Pakistan

Average fuel prices in Pakistan are 252 PKR (3.35 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 251 PKR (3.33 PLN) per liter of diesel.

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat10.63 PLN
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult54.80 PLN
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)15.28 PLN

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre531 PLN
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre324 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre1 277 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre758 PLN

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 24375 PKR (324 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 40000 PKR (531 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 128497 PKR (1707 PLN) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre1 707 PLN
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre1 221 PLN

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)661 PLN

Hotel Prices in Pakistan

A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.

What is the average cost of a hotel room?

Accommodation prices in Pakistan vary depending on the city, neighborhood or tourist season. For example, the average price of accommodation in Islamabad (December 2024) ranges from 7227 PKR (96 PLN) per night in a hostel to about 17753 PKR (236 PLN) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 37345 PKR (496 PLN) upwards.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
65
193 PLN
Swiss Lodges
61
236 PLN
New Pak Hotel
9
409 PLN
Harveys Guest House
5
583 PLN
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Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices for products and services in Islamabad. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 10/2024.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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