Quetta, Pakistan, Pakistan — cost of living
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Quetta, Pakistan

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Quetta, Pakistan

About Quetta, Pakistan

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$229
Family of 4 / mo
$592
Avg salary (after tax)
$228

Quetta is a beautiful city located in the southwest of Pakistan . It is the capital of Balochistan province and is known for its stunning mountain scenery and rich culture. The city sits at a high altitude, making it a bit cooler than other parts of Pakistan, which is nice during the hot summers.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Quetta· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $38.63
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $12.23
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $22.53
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $74.03

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.04
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $228.55

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.34
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $1.61
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.83
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.28
  • CappuccinoUSD $1.77

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $1.94
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $25.75
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $4.51

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $5.63
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $0.8
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $0.54
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $0.51
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $0.45
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.3
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $0.33
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.45
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.38
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $2.26
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $1.29
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $2.35
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $4.11
  • Dozen EggsUSD $1.77
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.07
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $0.95
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $0.86

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $206.98
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $64.38
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $41.85
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $144.86
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $90.14
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $33.88

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $9.23
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $8.58
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $3.22
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $16.74
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $1,931

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.68
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $0.8
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $12,876
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $0.87
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $2.41
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $17,061
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.14

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $50.7
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $55.21

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