Cost of living in United Arab Emirates compared to Pakistan
Currency:
Food | + 163% | |||
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Food in United Arab Emirates is 163% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
United Arab Emirates | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | Dirham 52 (₨3,954) | ₨853 | + 364% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | Dirham 34 (₨2,596) | ₨1,049 | + 147% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | Dirham 18 (₨1,335) | ₨492 | + 171% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | Dirham 7 (₨505) | ₨185 | + 173% | |
12 eggs, large | Dirham 14 (₨1,067) | ₨314 | + 239% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | Dirham 5.02 (₨381) | ₨168 | + 127% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | Dirham 31 (₨2,322) | ₨1,416 | + 64% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | Dirham 8 (₨612) | ₨317 | + 93% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | Dirham 3.98 (₨302) | ₨97 | + 212% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | Dirham 11 (₨823) | ₨506 | + 63% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | Dirham 80 (₨6,039) | ₨2,654 | + 128% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | Dirham 8 (₨605) | ₨204 | + 197% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | Dirham 4.99 (₨379) | ₨193 | + 97% | |
Housing | + 326% | |||
Housing in United Arab Emirates is 326% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
United Arab Emirates | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | Dirham 9,431 (₨716,149) | ₨152,835 | + 369% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | Dirham 5,945 (₨451,415) | ₨91,231 | + 395% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | Dirham 797 (₨60,514) | ₨33,939 | + 78% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | Dirham 6,217 (₨472,077) | ₨75,769 | + 523% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | Dirham 4,162 (₨316,044) | ₨53,656 | + 489% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | Dirham 568 (₨43,137) | ₨20,047 | + 115% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | Dirham 283 (₨21,459) | ₨2,152 | + 897% | |
40” flat screen tv | Dirham 837 (₨63,589) | ₨60,264 | + 6% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | Dirham 338 (₨25,638) | ₨26,966 | - 5% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | Dirham 47 (₨3,555) | ₨1,409 | + 152% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | Dirham 35 (₨2,694) | ₨2,151 | + 25% | |
Clothes | + 110% | |||
Clothes in United Arab Emirates is 110% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
United Arab Emirates | Pakistan | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | Dirham 238 (₨18,038) | ₨4,450 | + 305% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | Dirham 208 (₨15,782) | ₨8,668 | + 82% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | Dirham 350 (₨26,592) | ₨18,609 | + 43% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | Dirham 366 (₨27,819) | ₨7,339 | + 279% | |
Transportation | + 153% | |||
Transportation in United Arab Emirates is 153% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
United Arab Emirates | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | Dirham 117,172 (₨8,897,574) | ₨4,426,660 | + 101% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | Dirham 2.92 (₨221) | ₨277 | - 20% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | Dirham 227 (₨17,248) | ₨3,424 | + 404% | |
Personal Care | + 193% | |||
Personal Care in United Arab Emirates is 193% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
United Arab Emirates | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | Dirham 13 (₨1,021) | ₨606 | + 69% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | Dirham 30 (₨2,296) | ₨998 | + 130% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | Dirham 285 (₨21,606) | ₨2,526 | + 755% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | Dirham 27 (₨2,048) | ₨851 | + 141% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | Dirham 17 (₨1,290) | ₨669 | + 93% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | Dirham 22 (₨1,648) | ₨526 | + 213% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | Dirham 13 (₨964) | ₨209 | + 362% | |
Tube of toothpaste | Dirham 13 (₨954) | ₨282 | + 238% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | Dirham 38 (₨2,883) | ₨2,238 | + 29% | |
Entertainment | + 302% | |||
Entertainment in United Arab Emirates is 302% more expensive than in Pakistan | ||||
United Arab Emirates | Pakistan | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | Dirham 194 (₨14,742) | ₨3,608 | + 309% | |
2 tickets to the movies | Dirham 92 (₨6,978) | ₨1,829 | + 281% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | Dirham 396 (₨30,051) | ₨5,580 | + 439% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | Dirham 378 (₨28,734) | ₨6,757 | + 325% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | Dirham 76 (₨5,771) | ₨2,441 | + 136% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | Dirham 22 (₨1,662) | ₨794 | + 109% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | Dirham 36 (₨2,766) | ₨706 | + 292% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | Dirham 1,944 (₨147,651) | ₨72,434 | + 104% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | Dirham 0.78 (₨59) | ₨3.61 | + 1539% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | Dirham 274 (₨20,793) | ₨2,832 | + 634% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | Dirham 18 (₨1,338) | ₨441 | + 204% | |
TOTAL | + 222% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 2,390 prices entered by 694 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in United Arab Emirates is 222% more expensive than in Pakistan
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