Cost of living in Pakistan compared to Japan
Currency:
Food | - 48% | |||
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Food in Pakistan is 48% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
Pakistan | Japan | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ₨853 (¥457) | ¥1,019 | - 55% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ₨1,049 (¥562) | ¥764 | - 26% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ₨492 (¥264) | ¥514 | - 49% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ₨185 (¥99) | ¥215 | - 54% | |
12 eggs, large | ₨314 (¥169) | ¥319 | - 47% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ₨168 (¥90) | ¥625 | - 86% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ₨1,416 (¥760) | ¥1,190 | - 36% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ₨317 (¥170) | ¥545 | - 69% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ₨97 (¥52) | ¥410 | - 87% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ₨506 (¥271) | ¥292 | - 7% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ₨2,654 (¥1,423) | ¥1,440 | - 1% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | ₨204 (¥109) | ¥204 | - 46% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ₨193 (¥103) | ¥176 | - 41% | |
Housing | - 60% | |||
Housing in Pakistan is 60% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
Pakistan | Japan | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ₨152,835 (¥81,959) | ¥221,430 | - 63% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ₨91,231 (¥48,923) | ¥111,860 | - 56% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ₨33,939 (¥18,200) | ¥20,251 | - 10% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ₨75,769 (¥40,632) | ¥190,034 | - 79% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ₨53,656 (¥28,773) | ¥84,192 | - 66% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ₨20,047 (¥10,750) | ¥28,514 | - 62% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ₨2,152 (¥1,154) | ¥3,357 | - 66% | |
40” flat screen tv | ₨60,264 (¥32,317) | ¥52,125 | - 38% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ₨26,966 (¥14,461) | ¥15,714 | - 8% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ₨1,409 (¥755) | ¥1,018 | - 26% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | ₨2,151 (¥1,154) | ¥1,314 | - 12% | |
Clothes | - 30% | |||
Clothes in Pakistan is 30% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
Pakistan | Japan | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ₨4,450 (¥2,386) | ¥8,530 | - 72% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ₨8,668 (¥4,649) | ¥4,983 | - 7% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ₨18,609 (¥9,979) | ¥9,702 | + 3% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ₨7,339 (¥3,936) | ¥11,426 | - 66% | |
Transportation | - 60% | |||
Transportation in Pakistan is 60% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
Pakistan | Japan | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ₨4,426,660 (¥2,373,838) | ¥2,882,200 | - 18% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ₨277 (¥148) | ¥170 | - 13% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | ₨3,424 (¥1,836) | ¥9,799 | - 81% | |
Personal Care | - 69% | |||
Personal Care in Pakistan is 69% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
Pakistan | Japan | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ₨606 (¥325) | ¥1,555 | - 79% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ₨998 (¥535) | ¥2,993 | - 82% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ₨2,526 (¥1,355) | ¥6,000 | - 77% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ₨851 (¥456) | ¥1,706 | - 73% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ₨669 (¥359) | ¥842 | - 57% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ₨526 (¥282) | ¥600 | - 53% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | ₨209 (¥112) | ¥192 | - 42% | |
Tube of toothpaste | ₨282 (¥151) | ¥203 | - 26% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ₨2,238 (¥1,200) | ¥4,236 | - 72% | |
Entertainment | - 67% | |||
Entertainment in Pakistan is 67% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
Pakistan | Japan | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ₨3,608 (¥1,935) | ¥5,211 | - 63% | |
2 tickets to the movies | ₨1,829 (¥981) | ¥3,676 | - 73% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ₨5,580 (¥2,993) | ¥4,122 | - 27% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ₨6,757 (¥3,624) | ¥8,391 | - 57% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ₨2,441 (¥1,309) | ¥961 | + 36% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ₨794 (¥426) | ¥499 | - 15% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ₨706 (¥379) | ¥656 | - 42% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ₨72,434 (¥38,843) | ¥51,754 | - 25% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ₨3.61 (¥2) | ¥52 | - 96% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | ₨2,832 (¥1,519) | ¥8,705 | - 83% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ₨441 (¥236) | ¥564 | - 58% | |
TOTAL | - 59% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 2,184 prices entered by 569 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
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Cost of living in Pakistan is 59% cheaper than in Japan
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