Cost of living in Pakistan compared to Guatemala
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Food | - 52% | |||
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Food in Pakistan is 52% cheaper than in Guatemala | ||||
Pakistan | Guatemala | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ₨853 (Q24) | Q80 | - 70% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ₨1,049 (Q29) | Q50 | - 42% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ₨492 (Q14) | Q27 | - 49% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ₨185 (Q5.17) | Q15 | - 65% | |
12 eggs, large | ₨314 (Q9) | Q18 | - 52% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ₨168 (Q4.69) | Q21 | - 78% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ₨1,416 (Q40) | Q41 | - 5% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ₨317 (Q9) | Q25 | - 64% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ₨97 (Q2.70) | Q11 | - 76% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ₨506 (Q14) | Q11 | + 24% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ₨2,654 (Q74) | Q95 | - 22% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | ₨204 (Q5.68) | Q18 | - 68% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ₨193 (Q5.38) | Q10 | - 47% | |
Housing | - 44% | |||
Housing in Pakistan is 44% cheaper than in Guatemala | ||||
Pakistan | Guatemala | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ₨152,835 (Q4,267) | Q7,121 | - 40% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ₨91,231 (Q2,547) | Q4,826 | - 47% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ₨33,939 (Q948) | Q517 | + 83% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ₨75,769 (Q2,115) | Q6,050 | - 65% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ₨53,656 (Q1,498) | Q3,741 | - 60% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ₨20,047 (Q560) | Q328 | + 71% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ₨2,152 (Q60) | Q264 | - 77% | |
40” flat screen tv | ₨60,264 (Q1,682) | Q3,167 | - 47% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ₨26,966 (Q753) | Q998 | - 25% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ₨1,409 (Q39) | Q101 | - 61% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | ₨2,151 (Q60) | Q36 | + 67% | |
Clothes | - 51% | |||
Clothes in Pakistan is 51% cheaper than in Guatemala | ||||
Pakistan | Guatemala | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ₨4,450 (Q124) | Q485 | - 74% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ₨8,668 (Q242) | Q405 | - 40% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ₨18,609 (Q520) | Q787 | - 34% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ₨7,339 (Q205) | Q888 | - 77% | |
Transportation | - 35% | |||
Transportation in Pakistan is 35% cheaper than in Guatemala | ||||
Pakistan | Guatemala | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ₨4,426,660 (Q123,585) | Q175,508 | - 30% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ₨277 (Q8) | Q11 | - 28% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | ₨3,424 (Q96) | Q192 | - 50% | |
Personal Care | - 68% | |||
Personal Care in Pakistan is 68% cheaper than in Guatemala | ||||
Pakistan | Guatemala | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ₨606 (Q17) | Q36 | - 53% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ₨998 (Q28) | Q191 | - 85% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ₨2,526 (Q71) | Q324 | - 78% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ₨851 (Q24) | Q45 | - 47% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ₨669 (Q19) | Q39 | - 52% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ₨526 (Q15) | Q50 | - 70% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | ₨209 (Q5.82) | Q25 | - 77% | |
Tube of toothpaste | ₨282 (Q8) | Q14 | - 42% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ₨2,238 (Q62) | Q101 | - 38% | |
Entertainment | - 63% | |||
Entertainment in Pakistan is 63% cheaper than in Guatemala | ||||
Pakistan | Guatemala | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ₨3,608 (Q101) | Q156 | - 35% | |
2 tickets to the movies | ₨1,829 (Q51) | Q90 | - 43% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ₨5,580 (Q156) | Q271 | - 43% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ₨6,757 (Q189) | Q355 | - 47% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ₨2,441 (Q68) | Q62 | + 9% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ₨794 (Q22) | Q31 | - 29% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ₨706 (Q20) | Q25 | - 21% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ₨72,434 (Q2,022) | Q5,278 | - 62% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ₨3.61 (Q0.10) | Q2.11 | - 95% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | ₨2,832 (Q79) | Q470 | - 83% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ₨441 (Q12) | Q31 | - 61% | |
TOTAL | - 50% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 2,038 prices entered by 486 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Pakistan is 50% cheaper than in Guatemala
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