Is Islamabad more expensive than Karachi?

Islamabad is 15.4% more expensive than Karachi overall. Rent is 93.5% higher, groceries 1.0% cheaper, and restaurants 20.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Karachi or Islamabad?

Karachi has a purchasing power index of 25.2 while Islamabad has 43.1 (NYC = 100). Islamabad offers better purchasing power.

Comparação de Custo de Vida · 2026

🇵🇰 Karachi vs 🇵🇰 Islamabad

2026

Islamabad é 15.4% mais caro

Categoria	🇵🇰 Karachi	🇵🇰 Islamabad	Diferença
Custo de Vida	22.1	25.5	+15.4%
Renda	3.1	6.0	+93.5%
Supermercado	20.7	20.5	-1.0%
Restaurantes	19.6	23.7	+20.9%
Poder de Compra	25.2	43.1	+71.0%

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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