Cost of living in French Polynesia compared to Pakistan
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| Food | + 81% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in French Polynesia is 81% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 1,871 Franc (₨4,780) | ₨972 | + 392% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | - | ₨1,004 | - | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | - | ₨365 | - | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | - | ₨170 | - | |
| 12 eggs, large | - | ₨285 | - | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | - | ₨255 | - | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 3,400 Franc (₨8,687) | ₨1,139 | + 662% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 285 Franc (₨729) | ₨290 | + 151% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 137 Franc (₨350) | ₨117 | + 199% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 377 Franc (₨963) | ₨549 | + 75% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 2,226 Franc (₨5,687) | ₨2,784 | + 104% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 400 Franc (₨1,022) | ₨289 | + 254% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 179 Franc (₨457) | ₨191 | + 139% | |
| Housing | + 81% | |||
| Housing in French Polynesia is 81% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | - | ₨115,670 | - | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 155,159 Franc (₨396,429) | ₨70,950 | + 459% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 7,126 Franc (₨18,206) | ₨25,995 | - 30% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 92,149 Franc (₨235,438) | ₨59,502 | + 296% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 72,580 Franc (₨185,440) | ₨50,821 | + 265% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 5,000 Franc (₨12,775) | ₨20,152 | - 37% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 4,568 Franc (₨11,671) | ₨2,097 | + 457% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 140,000 Franc (₨357,698) | ₨71,636 | + 399% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 14,841 Franc (₨37,918) | ₨23,262 | + 63% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 2,381 Franc (₨6,083) | ₨1,718 | + 254% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 1,067 Franc (₨2,727) | ₨1,977 | + 38% | |
| Clothes | + 334% | |||
| Clothes in French Polynesia is 334% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 10,128 Franc (₨25,876) | ₨3,426 | + 655% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 11,032 Franc (₨28,186) | ₨6,254 | + 351% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 11,337 Franc (₨28,966) | ₨13,199 | + 119% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 10,568 Franc (₨27,001) | ₨8,569 | + 215% | |
| Transportation | + 155% | |||
| Transportation in French Polynesia is 155% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,757,970 Franc (₨7,046,570) | ₨4,456,060 | + 58% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 161 Franc (₨411) | ₨270 | + 52% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 8,000 Franc (₨20,440) | ₨4,626 | + 342% | |
| Personal Care | + 68% | |||
| Personal Care in French Polynesia is 68% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 350 Franc (₨894) | ₨1,015 | - 12% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 500 Franc (₨1,277) | ₨1,391 | - 8% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 3,568 Franc (₨9,117) | ₨3,667 | + 149% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 700 Franc (₨1,788) | ₨521 | + 243% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 500 Franc (₨1,277) | ₨922 | + 39% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 650 Franc (₨1,661) | ₨736 | + 126% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 150 Franc (₨383) | ₨249 | + 54% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 180 Franc (₨460) | ₨242 | + 90% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 2,000 Franc (₨5,110) | ₨860 | + 494% | |
| Entertainment | + 267% | |||
| Entertainment in French Polynesia is 267% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| French Polynesia | Pakistan | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 4,000 Franc (₨10,220) | ₨3,545 | + 188% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 2,714 Franc (₨6,933) | ₨2,089 | + 232% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨2,959 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 10,271 Franc (₨26,243) | ₨7,109 | + 269% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 1,761 Franc (₨4,500) | ₨880 | + 412% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 250 Franc (₨639) | ₨669 | - 5% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 700 Franc (₨1,788) | ₨745 | + 140% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 50,000 Franc (₨127,749) | ₨119,622 | + 7% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 63 Franc (₨162) | ₨3.79 | + 4171% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 6,000 Franc (₨15,330) | ₨3,764 | + 307% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 1,200 Franc (₨3,066) | ₨415 | + 638% | |
| TOTAL | + 131% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,763 prices entered by 445 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 28, 2023.
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Cost of living in French Polynesia is 131% more expensive than in Pakistan
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