Cost of Living in Lahore 2025

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Lahore moves at its own pace. Markets open early, tea stalls smell of cardamom, and the noise never really fades. But every cup of chai feels heavier on the pocket now. The Cost of Living in Lahore 2025 is the talk at every tea shop. People say salaries didn’t climb fast enough, but bills surely did.

Cost Breakdown Table – Monthly Living Expenses in Lahore (2025)

CategoryAverage Monthly Cost (PKR)Remarks
Rent (1-bed, city centre)65,000 – 90,000Gulberg, DHA, or Johar Town
Utilities20,000 – 25,000Bills swing high in summer
Groceries70,000 – 90,000Meat and oil lead the rise
Transport15,000 – 25,000Petrol ~293 per litre
Internet & Mobile4,000 – 6,000Reliable only in certain areas
School Fees15,000 – 35,000Private education costs bite
Healthcare8,000 – 20,000Depends on hospital visits
Entertainment10,000 – 20,000Cafés, cinema, weekend drives
Clothing & Care10,000 – 18,000Local brands now pricey
Total (Avg. Family)200,000 – 270,000Before savings or rent hikes

Housing and Rent in Lahore

Finding a decent flat feels like running in circles. Rents in Gulberg or DHA hit near PKR 80,000, and some agents still ask for six months’ advance. People move toward Model Town or Township to save a few thousand. Even then, power cuts and water shortages show up uninvited.

Utilities and Electricity Bills

Bills burn faster than light bulbs now. A family using air conditioning crosses PKR 25,000 easily. Gas tariffs jumped too, and winters feel colder without heaters. Solar setups sound nice, but the panels alone can cross PKR 500,000. Not an easy choice.

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