2.9% above the Pakistan average
Ranked #518 of 558 cities · More expensive than 7.2% of cities worldwide
Compared to Pakistan average
Rent Prices
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | PKR 48,857/mo ≈ $176 | PKR 36,643/mo ≈ $132 | 25% |
| 3-Bedroom | PKR 85,222/mo ≈ $307 | PKR 63,917/mo ≈ $230 | 25% |
Islamabad is average by global standards (ranked #518 of 558 cities). It is 2.9% more expensive than the Pakistan average, based on 4 cities.
Groceries are average, while dining out is average. Groceries offers the best value, while Restaurants is the priciest.
Local purchasing power is strong — residents can afford more goods and services than in most cities.
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