China vs Pakistan
China is about 52% pricier than Pakistan overall, with a price level of 49.8 versus 24.0 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, China scores higher (91 vs 56 of 100).
Metric China Pakistan
Price level (US=100) 49.8 24.0
GDP / capita (PPP) $27,105 $6,252
GNI / capita (PPP) $26,920 $6,100
Inflation (YoY) 0.2% 12.6%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category China Pakistan
Housing & utilities 69 33
Food 130 59
Transport 82 54
Restaurants & hotels 85 35
Health 64 28
Communication 86 35
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric China Pakistan
Quality-of-life score 91/100 56/100
Life expectancy 78 yrs 68 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.5 4.3
Internet users 92% 57%
Frequently asked
Is China more expensive than Pakistan?
China is more expensive: about 52% pricier than Pakistan overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Pakistan?
Living the way $100,000 buys in China would cost roughly $48,000 in Pakistan, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, China or Pakistan?
China scores higher, 91 vs 56 out of 100.
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