Cost of living in Burewala

Burewala, a city in Pakistan, offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and modern living. Understanding the cost of living here is crucial for both residents and newcomers.This guide provides a detailed breakdown of expenses in Burewala, covering essential categories such as dining, groceries, transportation, housing, and utilities.

Cost of Living Summary

Dining and Restaurants

Inexpensive Restaurant MealA meal at a casual restaurant will typically cost $3.06 on average, with a range between $1.8 and $4.31.
Mid-Range Restaurant (Three-Course Meal for Two)For a more upscale dining experience, expect to pay around $8.99, with prices ranging from $7.19 to $10.78.
Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $1.8.
Beverages (e.g., Domestic Beer, Imported Beer, Cappuccino, Coke/Pepsi)Domestic beer averages $4.49, imported beer $1.8, cappuccino $1.8, and Coke/Pepsi $0.54.

Grocery Prices

MilkMilk is priced between $0.72 and $1.01 per liter, averaging $0.86.
Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs between $0.79 and $0.88, with an average price of $0.84.
Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs range from $0.86 to $0.97, averaging $0.92.
Fruits (e.g., Apples, Oranges)Apples cost $1.26 to $1.44 per kg, while oranges average $0.36 per kg.
Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced between $0.2 and $0.25 per kg, and lettuce averages $0.25 per head.

Transportation

Public Transport (Monthly Pass)A monthly pass for local transport costs $10.78.
Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced at $1.04 per liter.
Taxi FaresTaxi fares cost $0.18 per km.

Housing Costs

1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $17.97.
1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent also averages $17.97.
3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $43.13.
3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent averages $53.91.
Buying Price per Square Meter (City Centre)The price per square meter to buy an apartment in the city centre averages $1934.38.
Buying Price per Square Meter (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, the price per square meter also averages $1934.38.

Utilities

Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment cost $53.91 on average.
InternetInternet services average $19.77.

Cost of Living Data

The following pricing data has been gathered from 3 user contributions, as of the most recent update in May, 2024.

Restaurants

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Restaurants

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Range

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

$3.06

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course

$8.99

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

$1.80

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$4.49

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.80

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.54

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.34

Cappuccino (regular)

$1.80

Markets

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Markets

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Range

Milk (regular), (1 liter)

$0.86

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

$0.84

Eggs (regular) (12)

$0.92

Local Cheese (1kg)

$6.16

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.37

Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)

$2.79

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.14

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.99

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)

$2.19

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$3.49

Apples (1kg)

$1.35

Oranges (1kg)

$0.36

Potato (1kg)

$0.22

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.25

Rice (white), (1kg)

$2.21

Tomato (1kg)

$0.24

Banana (1kg)

$0.77

Onion (1kg)

$0.74

Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)

$7.13

Transportation

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Transportation

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Range

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$10.78

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.04

Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)

$12,579.67

Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)

$0.18

Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)

$12,579.67

Rent Per Month

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Rent Per Month

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Range

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Range

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$107.83

Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate

22%

Childcare

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Childcare

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Range

Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child

$35.94

Worldwide

Pakistan

Cost of Living Rankings

The cost of living indices for Pakistan are compared to New York City (NYC), which serves as the baseline with an index of 100. These provide insights into the relative cost of living in different cities in Pakistan, covering factors like consumer goods, rent, and purchasing power.

Highest to LowestUpdated: Oct, 2025