Pakistan vs South Africa
South Africa is about 42% pricier than Pakistan overall, with a price level of 41.2 versus 24.0 (US = 100). The gap is widest in health and narrowest in food. On quality of life, Pakistan scores higher (56 vs 53 of 100).
Metric Pakistan South Africa
Price level (US=100) 24.0 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $6,252 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $6,100 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) 12.6% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Pakistan South Africa
Housing & utilities 33 76
Food 59 88
Transport 54 99
Restaurants & hotels 35 60
Health 28 76
Communication 35 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Pakistan South Africa
Quality-of-life score 56/100 53/100
Life expectancy 68 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 4.3 43.7
Internet users 57% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Pakistan more expensive than South Africa?
South Africa is more expensive: about 42% pricier than Pakistan overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Pakistan would cost roughly $171,500 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Pakistan or South Africa?
Pakistan scores higher, 56 vs 53 out of 100.
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