Is Karachi more expensive than Rawalpindi?

Karachi is 1.9% more expensive than Rawalpindi overall. Rent is 14.6% lower, groceries 9.2% cheaper, and restaurants 11.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Rawalpindi or Karachi?

Rawalpindi has a purchasing power index of 26.0 while Karachi has 25.9 (NYC = 100). Rawalpindi offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Rawalpindi vs 🇵🇰 Karachi

2026

Karachi is 1.9% more expensive

Category	🇵🇰 Rawalpindi	🇵🇰 Karachi	Difference
Cost of Living	20.9	21.3	+1.9%
Rent	4.1	3.5	-14.6%
Groceries	21.8	19.8	-9.2%
Restaurants	17.4	19.4	+11.5%
Purchasing Power	26.0	25.9	-0.4%

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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