Is Karachi more expensive than Islamabad?

Karachi is 13.3% cheaper than Islamabad overall. Rent is 48.3% lower, groceries 1.0% more expensive, and restaurants 17.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Islamabad or Karachi?

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

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🇵🇰 Islamabad vs 🇵🇰 Karachi

2026

Karachi är 13.3% billigare

Kategori	🇵🇰 Islamabad	🇵🇰 Karachi	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	25.5	22.1	-13.3%
Hyra	6.0	3.1	-48.3%
Livsmedel	20.5	20.7	+1.0%
Restauranger	23.7	19.6	-17.3%
Köpkraft	43.1	25.2	-41.5%

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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