Cost of living in Pakistan compared to Malaysia
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Food | - 28% | |||
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Food in Pakistan is 28% cheaper than in Malaysia | ||||
Pakistan | Malaysia | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ₨853 (RM14) | RM17 | - 15% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ₨1,049 (RM18) | RM19 | - 6% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ₨492 (RM8) | RM9 | - 11% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ₨185 (RM3.15) | RM8 | - 60% | |
12 eggs, large | ₨314 (RM5.34) | RM9 | - 43% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ₨168 (RM2.85) | RM6 | - 56% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ₨1,416 (RM24) | RM27 | - 10% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ₨317 (RM5.38) | RM11 | - 52% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ₨97 (RM1.64) | RM4.72 | - 65% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ₨506 (RM9) | RM11 | - 23% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ₨2,654 (RM45) | RM68 | - 34% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | ₨204 (RM3.46) | RM5.59 | - 38% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ₨193 (RM3.27) | RM3.60 | - 9% | |
Housing | - 23% | |||
Housing in Pakistan is 23% cheaper than in Malaysia | ||||
Pakistan | Malaysia | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ₨152,835 (RM2,594) | RM3,486 | - 26% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ₨91,231 (RM1,548) | RM1,957 | - 21% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ₨33,939 (RM576) | RM254 | + 127% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ₨75,769 (RM1,286) | RM2,157 | - 40% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ₨53,656 (RM911) | RM1,384 | - 34% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ₨20,047 (RM340) | RM236 | + 44% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ₨2,152 (RM37) | RM105 | - 65% | |
40” flat screen tv | ₨60,264 (RM1,023) | RM961 | + 6% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ₨26,966 (RM458) | RM692 | - 34% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ₨1,409 (RM24) | RM18 | + 33% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | ₨2,151 (RM37) | RM35 | + 5% | |
Clothes | - 26% | |||
Clothes in Pakistan is 26% cheaper than in Malaysia | ||||
Pakistan | Malaysia | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ₨4,450 (RM76) | RM231 | - 67% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ₨8,668 (RM147) | RM154 | - 4% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ₨18,609 (RM316) | RM328 | - 4% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ₨7,339 (RM125) | RM308 | - 60% | |
Transportation | - 11% | |||
Transportation in Pakistan is 11% cheaper than in Malaysia | ||||
Pakistan | Malaysia | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ₨4,426,660 (RM75,120) | RM151,470 | - 50% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ₨277 (RM4.69) | RM2.04 | + 130% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | ₨3,424 (RM58) | RM54 | + 7% | |
Personal Care | - 28% | |||
Personal Care in Pakistan is 28% cheaper than in Malaysia | ||||
Pakistan | Malaysia | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ₨606 (RM10) | RM11 | - 5% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ₨998 (RM17) | RM25 | - 33% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ₨2,526 (RM43) | RM85 | - 49% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ₨851 (RM14) | RM40 | - 64% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ₨669 (RM11) | RM12 | - 4% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ₨526 (RM9) | RM14 | - 34% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | ₨209 (RM3.54) | RM9 | - 59% | |
Tube of toothpaste | ₨282 (RM4.79) | RM6 | - 21% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ₨2,238 (RM38) | RM27 | + 38% | |
Entertainment | - 47% | |||
Entertainment in Pakistan is 47% cheaper than in Malaysia | ||||
Pakistan | Malaysia | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ₨3,608 (RM61) | RM90 | - 32% | |
2 tickets to the movies | ₨1,829 (RM31) | RM40 | - 22% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ₨5,580 (RM95) | - | - | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ₨6,757 (RM115) | RM122 | - 6% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ₨2,441 (RM41) | RM30 | + 36% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ₨794 (RM13) | RM14 | - 3% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ₨706 (RM12) | RM18 | - 34% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ₨72,434 (RM1,229) | RM4,829 | - 75% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ₨3.61 (RM0.06) | RM0.13 | - 54% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | ₨2,832 (RM48) | RM199 | - 76% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ₨441 (RM7) | RM18 | - 58% | |
TOTAL | - 26% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 2,000 prices entered by 554 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
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Cost of living in Pakistan is 26% cheaper than in Malaysia
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