Cost of living in Iceland compared to Pakistan
Currency:
| Food | + 327% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Iceland is 327% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 2,674 kr (₨3,286) | ₨441 | + 646% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 1,787 kr (₨2,197) | ₨682 | + 222% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 961 kr (₨1,181) | ₨269 | + 339% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 190 kr (₨233) | ₨115 | + 103% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 831 kr (₨1,022) | ₨152 | + 573% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 572 kr (₨703) | ₨86 | + 715% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 852 kr (₨1,047) | ₨730 | + 44% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 317 kr (₨389) | ₨149 | + 161% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 331 kr (₨407) | ₨53 | + 674% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 454 kr (₨558) | ₨304 | + 84% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 2,949 kr (₨3,625) | ₨1,613 | + 125% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 314 kr (₨386) | ₨130 | + 197% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 504 kr (₨619) | ₨81 | + 668% | |
| Housing | + 403% | |||
| Housing in Iceland is 403% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 301,800 kr (₨370,901) | ₨68,178 | + 444% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 267,065 kr (₨328,213) | ₨38,848 | + 745% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 33,887 kr (₨41,646) | ₨11,046 | + 277% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 202,644 kr (₨249,042) | ₨53,451 | + 366% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 170,620 kr (₨209,686) | ₨33,101 | + 533% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 21,721 kr (₨26,695) | ₨9,791 | + 173% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 9,153 kr (₨11,248) | ₨2,408 | + 367% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 121,874 kr (₨149,779) | ₨45,353 | + 230% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 42,834 kr (₨52,641) | ₨22,152 | + 138% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 2,253 kr (₨2,769) | ₨767 | + 261% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 4,355 kr (₨5,352) | ₨518 | + 933% | |
| Clothes | + 149% | |||
| Clothes in Iceland is 149% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 16,512 kr (₨20,293) | ₨3,232 | + 528% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 7,331 kr (₨9,010) | ₨5,463 | + 65% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 18,754 kr (₨23,048) | ₨9,871 | + 133% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 25,104 kr (₨30,852) | ₨6,396 | + 382% | |
| Transportation | + 245% | |||
| Transportation in Iceland is 245% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 3,899,760 kr (₨4,792,666) | ₨2,677,660 | + 79% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 228 kr (₨280) | ₨106 | + 164% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 13,260 kr (₨16,295) | ₨2,392 | + 581% | |
| Personal Care | + 290% | |||
| Personal Care in Iceland is 290% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 1,200 kr (₨1,475) | ₨250 | + 489% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 2,068 kr (₨2,542) | ₨778 | + 227% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 9,138 kr (₨11,230) | ₨1,865 | + 502% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 620 kr (₨762) | ₨577 | + 32% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 1,188 kr (₨1,459) | ₨370 | + 294% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 677 kr (₨832) | ₨526 | + 58% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 520 kr (₨638) | ₨185 | + 245% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 650 kr (₨799) | ₨156 | + 411% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 5,217 kr (₨6,412) | ₨515 | + 1146% | |
| Entertainment | + 171% | |||
| Entertainment in Iceland is 171% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 11,778 kr (₨14,474) | ₨2,013 | + 619% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 3,236 kr (₨3,977) | ₨1,512 | + 163% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 20,600 kr (₨25,316) | ₨2,928 | + 765% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 14,645 kr (₨17,998) | ₨3,842 | + 368% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 2,690 kr (₨3,305) | ₨1,548 | + 114% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 599 kr (₨736) | ₨492 | + 50% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 1,095 kr (₨1,346) | ₨444 | + 203% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 120,000 kr (₨147,476) | ₨75,858 | + 94% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 22 kr (₨27) | ₨41 | - 36% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 7,357 kr (₨9,041) | ₨3,909 | + 131% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 1,749 kr (₨2,149) | ₨282 | + 662% | |
| TOTAL | + 282% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,675 prices entered by 431 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 07, 2021.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Iceland is 282% more expensive than in Pakistan
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