Is Lahore more expensive than Islamabad?

Lahore is 11.0% cheaper than Islamabad overall. Rent is 38.9% lower, groceries 3.1% cheaper, and restaurants 2.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Islamabad or Lahore?

Islamabad has a purchasing power index of 39.7 while Lahore has 28.5 (NYC = 100). Islamabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Islamabad vs 🇵🇰 Lahore

2026

Lahore is 11.0% cheaper

Category	🇵🇰 Islamabad	🇵🇰 Lahore	Difference
Cost of Living	23.6	21.0	-11.0%
Rent	5.4	3.3	-38.9%
Groceries	19.2	18.6	-3.1%
Restaurants	21.4	20.9	-2.3%
Purchasing Power	39.7	28.5	-28.2%

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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