Lahore, Pakistan

In 2026, a single person living in Lahore needs approximately PKR 93,791/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around PKR 185,356/month. Lahore is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Lahore costs approximately PKR 60,003/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around PKR 113,339/month. Rent has changed +13% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Lahore are approximately PKR 21,334 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Lahore costs PKR 2,400 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Lahore average PKR 6,000 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Lahore is located in Pakistan (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of PKR 60,003/month and total single-person expenses around PKR 93,791/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Lahore costs approximately PKR 507 in 2026. Budget around PKR 4,054/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 2026, a single person needs approximately PKR 93,791/month. This covers rent (PKR 60,003), groceries (PKR 21,334), transport (PKR 2,400), utilities (PKR 6,000) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around PKR 185,356/month.