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Karachi, Pakistan
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About Karachi, Pakistan
Costs exclude rentSingle / month
$255
Family of 4 / mo
$660
Avg salary (after tax)
$249
Karachi is the largest city in Pakistan and an important financial hub. Located on the coast of the Arabian Sea, it is known for its diverse culture, bustling markets, and vibrant street life. With a population of over 14 million people, Karachi is a melting pot of different languages, religions, and traditions.
Cost breakdown by category
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Fashion
- Men's Dress ShoesUSD $44.25
- Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $20.74
- Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $30.39
- Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $55.05
Financial
- Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.05
- Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $249.46
Food - Beverages
- Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.35
- Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.55
- Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $3.06
- Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.24
- CappuccinoUSD $1.66
Food - Dining
- Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $1.94
- Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $12.88
- Fast Food ComboUSD $4.6
Food - Grocery
- Beef Round (1 kg)USD $5.27
- Apples (1 kg)USD $1.55
- Bananas (1 kg)USD $0.83
- Oranges (1 kg)USD $0.89
- Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $0.68
- Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.33
- Onions (1 kg)USD $0.3
- Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.32
- Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.42
- Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $1.29
- Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $1.61
- Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $4.02
- Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $5.6
- Dozen EggsUSD $1.24
- White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.19
- Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.16
- Milk (1 litre)USD $1.03
Housing
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $96.7
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $156.45
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $105.78
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $390.88
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $247.1
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $48.71
Leisure
- Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $24.02
- Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $8.21
- Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $6.44
- Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $70.28
- Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $1,785
Transportation
- Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.31
- Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $0.96
- Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $19,314
- 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $2.26
- Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $12.23
- Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $23,447
- One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.32
Utilities (Monthly)
- Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $29.99
- Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $76.08