Is Karachi more expensive than Cairo?

Karachi is 1.4% cheaper than Cairo overall. Rent is 32.7% lower, groceries 7.9% cheaper, and restaurants 17.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Cairo or Karachi?

Cairo has a purchasing power index of 23.4 while Karachi has 25.9 (NYC = 100). Karachi offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇪🇬 Cairo vs 🇵🇰 Karachi

2026

Karachi is 1.4% cheaper

Category	🇪🇬 Cairo	🇵🇰 Karachi	Difference
Cost of Living	21.6	21.3	-1.4%
Rent	5.2	3.5	-32.7%
Groceries	21.5	19.8	-7.9%
Restaurants	23.4	19.4	-17.1%
Purchasing Power	23.4	25.9	+10.7%

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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