Is Rawalpindi more expensive than Lahore?

Rawalpindi is 0.5% cheaper than Lahore overall. Rent is 24.2% higher, groceries 17.2% more expensive, and restaurants 16.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Lahore or Rawalpindi?

Lahore has a purchasing power index of 28.5 while Rawalpindi has 26.0 (NYC = 100). Lahore offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Lahore vs 🇵🇰 Rawalpindi

2026

Rawalpindi is 0.5% cheaper

Category	🇵🇰 Lahore	🇵🇰 Rawalpindi	Difference
Cost of Living	21.0	20.9	-0.5%
Rent	3.3	4.1	+24.2%
Groceries	18.6	21.8	+17.2%
Restaurants	20.9	17.4	-16.7%
Purchasing Power	28.5	26.0	-8.8%

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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