Is Lahore more expensive than Rawalpindi?

Lahore is 0.5% cheaper than Rawalpindi overall. Rent is 22.7% lower, groceries 18.5% cheaper, and restaurants 21.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Rawalpindi or Lahore?

Rawalpindi has a purchasing power index of 23.4 while Lahore has 25.8 (NYC = 100). Lahore offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇰 Rawalpindi vs 🇵🇰 Lahore

2026

Lahore is 0.5% cheaper

Category	🇵🇰 Rawalpindi	🇵🇰 Lahore	Difference
Cost of Living	21.9	21.8	-0.5%
Rent	4.4	3.4	-22.7%
Groceries	23.3	19.0	-18.5%
Restaurants	18.0	21.9	+21.7%
Purchasing Power	23.4	25.8	+10.3%

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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