Is Dhaka more expensive than Islamabad?

Dhaka is 1.6% more expensive than Islamabad overall. Rent is 30.0% lower, groceries 54.1% more expensive, and restaurants 20.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Islamabad or Dhaka?

Islamabad has a purchasing power index of 43.1 while Dhaka has 33.1 (NYC = 100). Islamabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Islamabad vs 🇧🇩 Dhaka

2026

Dhaka is 1.6% more expensive

Category	🇵🇰 Islamabad	🇧🇩 Dhaka	Difference
Cost of Living	25.5	25.9	+1.6%
Rent	6.0	4.2	-30.0%
Groceries	20.5	31.6	+54.1%
Restaurants	23.7	18.8	-20.7%
Purchasing Power	43.1	33.1	-23.2%

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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