Is Islamabad more expensive than Cairo?

Islamabad is 3.2% more expensive than Cairo overall. Rent is 3.2% lower, groceries 20.8% cheaper, and restaurants 3.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Cairo or Islamabad?

Cairo has a purchasing power index of 25.1 while Islamabad has 43.1 (NYC = 100). Islamabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇬 Cairo vs 🇵🇰 Islamabad

2026

Islamabad is 3.2% more expensive

Category	🇪🇬 Cairo	🇵🇰 Islamabad	Difference
Cost of Living	24.7	25.5	+3.2%
Rent	6.2	6.0	-3.2%
Groceries	25.9	20.5	-20.8%
Restaurants	24.6	23.7	-3.7%
Purchasing Power	25.1	43.1	+71.7%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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