🇵🇰 Pakistan · #515 of 538 cities · 2026

Cost of Living in Lahore

Close to the Pakistan average

Ranked #515 of 538 cities · More expensive than 4.3% of cities worldwide

Compared to Pakistan average

Rent Prices

Rent Prices in Lahore

Apartment City Centre Outside Centre You Save
1-Bedroom PKR 27,591/mo ≈ $99 PKR 20,693/mo ≈ $74 25%
3-Bedroom PKR 47,936/mo ≈ $172 PKR 35,952/mo ≈ $129 25%
Estimated from rent index. Actual prices vary. · 2026

Cost Indices

Cost of Living
-0.7% Average
Rent
-0.8% Average
Groceries
-1.3% Average
Restaurants
+1.1% Average
Purchasing Power
-1.5% Average

Living in Lahore: What to Expect

Lahore is average by global standards (ranked #515 of 538 cities). It is 0.7% cheaper 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 limited — residents can afford fewer goods and services than in most cities.

Similar Cities

How Does Lahore Compare?

Planning a Move to Lahore?

Compare cost of living with your current city, or calculate your net salary after tax.

Decision guide
Should I Move to Lahore?
Rankings
Cheapest Cities in Asia

Relocation Toolkit

Trusted services for your move

We may earn a commission if you sign up — at no extra cost to you.