Pakistan

Islamabad

#1 Top 5 cities

Islamabad is the easiest city in the country for diplomats, professionals, and families thanks to its more planned environment and stronger services.

Country overview

Year-round temperatures

Day: 17°C aΕΎ 38°C

Night: 3°C aΕΎ 25°C

Climate

Subtropical climate with a hot summer, monsoon rains, and a cooler winter.

Distance to the sea

700 km

Social atmosphere

5/10

Business friendliness

7/10

Scores

Scores

Safety 6/10
Housing cost 7/10
Food cost 7/10
Internet availability 8/10
Internet speed 7/10
Internet stability 7/10
Electricity stability 6/10

Community types

  • Corporate expats
  • Families
  • Teachers
  • Long-term expats

Largest nationality groups

  • πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³Chinese
  • πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§British
  • πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈAmericans
  • πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡·Turkish

Pros / Cons

Pros

  • +Quality services
  • +Wide housing options
  • +Good transport links
  • +Good for long-term stay

Cons

  • βˆ’Higher prices
  • βˆ’Less dynamic environment
  • βˆ’Mixed city reputation