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Lahore, Pakistan

Cost of living · 2025 · Asia · Rent +18% vs 2024

1-Bed Rent PKR 53,100 per month
3-Bed Rent PKR 100,300 per month
Groceries PKR 18,880 per month
Transport Pass PKR 2,124 per month
Utilities PKR 5,310 per month
Restaurant Meal PKR 448 per person

Rent trend in Lahore (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Lahore (2025)

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Estimated monthly budget in Lahore

Based on 2025 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
PKR 83,001
🏠 Rent PKR 53,100
🛒 Groceries PKR 18,880
🚌 Transport PKR 2,124
💡 Utilities PKR 5,310
🍽️ Dining out PKR 3,587
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Family (3–4 people)
PKR 164,032
🏠 Rent 3-bed PKR 100,300
🛒 Groceries PKR 47,200
🚌 Transport ×2 PKR 4,248
💡 Utilities PKR 6,903
🍽️ Dining out PKR 5,381

Cost comparison — cities in Pakistan (2025)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Lahore
Lahore PKR 53,100 PKR 18,880 PKR 2,124 PKR 5,310
Islamabad PKR 59,000 PKR 20,060 PKR 2,242 PKR 5,900 +11.1%
Karachi PKR 64,900 PKR 21,240 PKR 2,596 PKR 6,490 +22.2%

Other Asia cities (2025)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Lahore in 2025?

In 2025, a single person living in Lahore needs approximately PKR 83,001/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around PKR 164,032/month. Lahore is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

How much is rent in Lahore in 2025?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Lahore costs approximately PKR 53,100/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around PKR 100,300/month. Rent has changed +18% vs 2024.

How much do groceries cost in Lahore?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Lahore are approximately PKR 18,880 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Lahore?

A monthly public transport pass in Lahore costs PKR 2,124 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Lahore?

Monthly utility costs in Lahore average PKR 5,310 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Lahore expensive to live in?

Lahore is located in Pakistan (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of PKR 53,100/month and total single-person expenses around PKR 83,001/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Lahore?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Lahore costs approximately PKR 448 in 2025. Budget around PKR 3,587/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Lahore changed over time?

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.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Lahore?

To live comfortably in Lahore in 2025, a single person needs approximately PKR 83,001/month. This covers rent (PKR 53,100), groceries (PKR 18,880), transport (PKR 2,124), utilities (PKR 5,310) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around PKR 164,032/month.

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