Islamabad, Pakistan

In 2026, a single person living in Islamabad needs approximately PKR 102,805/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around PKR 203,477/month. Islamabad is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Islamabad costs approximately PKR 66,670/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around PKR 126,673/month. Rent has changed +13% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Islamabad are approximately PKR 22,668 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Islamabad costs PKR 2,533 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Islamabad average PKR 6,667 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Islamabad is located in Pakistan (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of PKR 66,670/month and total single-person expenses around PKR 102,805/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Islamabad costs approximately PKR 533 in 2026. Budget around PKR 4,267/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Islamabad from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 51.5% over this period (from PKR 44,000 in 2022 to PKR 66,670 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Islamabad in 2026, a single person needs approximately PKR 102,805/month. This covers rent (PKR 66,670), groceries (PKR 22,668), transport (PKR 2,533), utilities (PKR 6,667) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around PKR 203,477/month.