Peshawar
Pakistan, Asia
2.0M people
Asia/Karachi
Urdu
City
Historical
Peshawar
Peshawar is the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan. It's a historic city with a rich cultural heritage, known for its vibrant bazaars, delicious cuisine, and strategic location on the ancient Silk Road.
Cultural
Safety
60
Security
Moderate
Cost
40
Living costs
Affordable
Healthcare
50
Medical
Average
35°
L: 15°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
300mmCost of Living
40
Overall Cost
Affordable
25
Rent Index
Very Affordable
30
Groceries
Very Affordable
28
Restaurants
Very Affordable
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$200
City center
3 Bedroom
$600
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% lower
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
52
Overall Quality Score
Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
52
Good
Average52
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
75
Excellent
Good75
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
60
Good
Average60
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
60
Good
Average60
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 80/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 75/100
Entertainment
60/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$0K
Annual Salary
SPEED
20
Mbps Internet
SPACES
5
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
40
out of 100
Poor40
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
50
out of 100
Average50
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
45h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
50
Fair
Average50
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
20
Low Cost
Excellent20
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 SafetyModerate
Score: 60/100
Crime Rate IndexModerate
Index: 40/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability55/100
Emergency
1122
Disaster Risk
Moderate
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
50
Health Index
LIFESPAN
67
Years
HOSPITALS
15
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
40
Fair
Poor40
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
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
45
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
50
Fair
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Peshawar International Airport
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
45
Fair
Poor45
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
50
Fair
Average50
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
10
Schools
MONTHLY
—
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
55
Fair
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
65
Good
Major Universities
University of Peshawar
Higher education institution
Islamia College Peshawar
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
80
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
75
Good75
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
60
Average60
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
50
Average50
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Moderate
60
Average60
Language Barrier
High
70
Good70
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
60
Average60
Digital Nomad Guide
20 Mbps
Internet Speed
5
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure45/100
Visa Process40/100
Banking & Finance55/100
Avg Salary
$300
Work Hours/Week
45h
Internet Cost
$20/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom50/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease60/100
Language BarrierModerate Barrier
Score: 70/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency60/100
Cultural Diversity80/100
Official Languages
Urdu, Pashto
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxing, family oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Karachi
Languages
Urdu, Pashto
Emergency
1122
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxing, family oriented
Best Time to Visit
October
November
March
April
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
2.0M
Population
40
Cost Index
20 Mbps
Internet
$0.2K
1BR Rent
45
Transport
$0K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 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 Peshawar
Nearby location
Islamia College Peshawar
Nearby location
Airports
Peshawar International Airport
Nearby location
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