Is Rawalpindi more expensive than Karachi?

Rawalpindi is 0.5% more expensive than Karachi overall. Rent is 33.3% higher, groceries 13.0% more expensive, and restaurants 6.8% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Karachi or Rawalpindi?

Karachi has a purchasing power index of 26.1 while Rawalpindi has 24.5 (NYC = 100). Karachi offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Karachi vs 🇵🇰 Rawalpindi

2026

Rawalpindi is 0.5% more expensive

Category	🇵🇰 Karachi	🇵🇰 Rawalpindi	Difference
Cost of Living	21.8	21.9	+0.5%
Rent	3.3	4.4	+33.3%
Groceries	20.8	23.5	+13.0%
Restaurants	19.2	17.9	-6.8%
Purchasing Power	26.1	24.5	-6.1%

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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