Lahore, Pakistan

In 2022, a single person living in Lahore needs approximately PKR 61,899/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around PKR 122,329/month. Lahore is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Lahore costs approximately PKR 39,600/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around PKR 74,800/month.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Lahore are approximately PKR 14,080 in 2022. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Lahore costs PKR 1,584 in 2022, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Lahore average PKR 3,960 in 2022, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Lahore is located in Pakistan (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of PKR 39,600/month and total single-person expenses around PKR 61,899/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Lahore costs approximately PKR 334 in 2022. Budget around PKR 2,675/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Lahore from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 51.5% over this period (from PKR 39,600 in 2022 to PKR 60,003 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Lahore in 2022, a single person needs approximately PKR 61,899/month. This covers rent (PKR 39,600), groceries (PKR 14,080), transport (PKR 1,584), utilities (PKR 3,960) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around PKR 122,329/month.