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 101 PKR (0.36 USD) for a kilo of onions to 902 PKR (3.24 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 261 PKR (0.94 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 119 PKR (0.43 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 139 PKR (0.5 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 228 PKR (0.82 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 78.34 PKR (0.28 USD). Dairy prices in Pakistan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 175 PKR (0.63 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1101 PKR (3.95 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 572 PKR (2.05 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 258 PKR (0.93 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 140 PKR (0.5 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 282 PKR (1.01 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 56.4 PKR (0.2 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 800 PKR (2.87 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 3500 PKR (12.57 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 300 PKR (1.08 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Pakistan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 40 PKR (0.14 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1100 PKR (3.95 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 150 PKR (0.54 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 50 PKR (0.18 USD).

Fuel prices in Pakistan

Average fuel prices in Pakistan are 272 PKR (0.98 USD) per liter of gasoline and 278 PKR (1 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 24375 PKR (87.52 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 40000 PKR (144 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 128497 PKR (461 USD) per square meter.