Is Karachi more expensive than Tehran?

Karachi is 4.3% cheaper than Tehran overall. Rent is 71.0% lower, groceries 16.9% cheaper, and restaurants 21.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Tehran or Karachi?

Tehran has a purchasing power index of 23.4 while Karachi has 25.2 (NYC = 100). Karachi offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇷 Tehran vs 🇵🇰 Karachi

2026

Karachi is 4.3% cheaper

Category	🇮🇷 Tehran	🇵🇰 Karachi	Difference
Cost of Living	23.1	22.1	-4.3%
Rent	10.7	3.1	-71.0%
Groceries	24.9	20.7	-16.9%
Restaurants	16.1	19.6	+21.7%
Purchasing Power	23.4	25.2	+7.7%

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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