Karachi
Pakistan, Asia
15.7M people
Asia/Karachi
Urdu
City
Port City
Karachi
Karachi is the largest city in Pakistan, a bustling port city on the Arabian Sea, known for its diverse culture, vibrant street life, and historical significance.
Megacity
Safety
40
Security
Unsafe
Cost
47
Living costs
Affordable
Healthcare
55
Medical
Average
35°
L: 20°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
250mmCost of Living
47
Overall Cost
Affordable
28
Rent Index
Very Affordable
35
Groceries
Affordable
25
Restaurants
Very Affordable
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$300
City center
3 Bedroom
$700
City center
Cost vs Global Average3% lower
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
52
Overall Quality Score
Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
52
Good
Average52
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
70
Very Good
Good70
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
60
Good
Average60
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 90/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 80/100
Entertainment
70/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$0K
Annual Salary
SPEED
20
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
50
out of 100
Average50
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
48h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
55
Fair
Average55
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
30
Low Cost
Good30
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
1122
Hospital Density
15
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
67
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Good79
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyBelow Average
Score: 40/100
Crime Rate IndexHigh
Index: 60/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability50/100
Emergency
1122
Disaster Risk
Medium
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
55
Health Index
LIFESPAN
67
Years
HOSPITALS
15
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
60
Good
Average60
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
30
Fair
Bad30
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Clean air
40
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$15
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.00
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$0.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
40
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
30
Fair
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
40
Fair
Poor40
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
30
Fair
Bad30
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$15
per month
Fuel
$1
per liter
Taxi
$0.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
50
Schools
MONTHLY
$100
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
50
Fair
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
60
Good
Major Universities
University of Karachi
Higher education institution
NED University of Engineering and Technology
Higher education institution
Institute of Business Administration
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
80
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
80
Excellent80
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
70
Good70
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
60
Average60
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Moderate
60
Average60
Language Barrier
High
70
Good70
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
60
Average60
Digital Nomad Guide
20 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure60/100
Visa Process40/100
Banking & Finance55/100
Avg Salary
$300
Work Hours/Week
48h
Internet Cost
$20/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom50/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease60/100
Language BarrierModerate Barrier
Score: 70/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency60/100
Cultural Diversity90/100
Official Languages
Urdu, Sindhi, English
Tipping Culture
Common, but not mandatory
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Karachi
Languages
Urdu, Sindhi +1
Emergency
1122
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Common, but not mandatory
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
October
November
December
Natural Disaster Risk
Medium
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
15.7M
Population
47
Cost Index
20 Mbps
Internet
$0.3K
1BR Rent
40
Transport
$0K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of Karachi
Nearby location
NED University of Engineering and Technology
Nearby location
Institute of Business Administration
Nearby location
Airports
Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Nearby location
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