Karachi, Pakistan

In 2026, a single person living in Karachi needs approximately PKR 112,726/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around PKR 223,091/month. Karachi is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Karachi costs approximately PKR 73,337/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around PKR 140,007/month. Rent has changed +13% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Karachi are approximately PKR 24,001 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Karachi costs PKR 2,933 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Karachi average PKR 7,334 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Karachi is located in Pakistan (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of PKR 73,337/month and total single-person expenses around PKR 112,726/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Karachi costs approximately PKR 640 in 2026. Budget around PKR 5,120/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Karachi from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 51.5% over this period (from PKR 48,400 in 2022 to PKR 73,337 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Karachi in 2026, a single person needs approximately PKR 112,726/month. This covers rent (PKR 73,337), groceries (PKR 24,001), transport (PKR 2,933), utilities (PKR 7,334) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around PKR 223,091/month.