Pakistan vs Thailand
Thailand is about 21% pricier than Pakistan overall, with a price level of 30.2 versus 24.0 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in restaurants & hotels. On quality of life, Thailand scores higher (86 vs 56 of 100).
Metric Pakistan Thailand
Price level (US=100) 24.0 30.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $6,252 $24,712
GNI / capita (PPP) $6,100 $23,960
Inflation (YoY) 12.6% 1.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Pakistan Thailand
Housing & utilities 33 26
Food 59 85
Transport 54 68
Restaurants & hotels 35 42
Health 28 40
Communication 35 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Pakistan Thailand
Quality-of-life score 56/100 86/100
Life expectancy 68 yrs 77 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 4.3 4.8
Internet users 57% 91%
Frequently asked
Is Pakistan more expensive than Thailand?
Thailand is more expensive: about 21% pricier than Pakistan overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Thailand?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Pakistan would cost roughly $126,000 in Thailand, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Pakistan or Thailand?
Thailand scores higher, 86 vs 56 out of 100.
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