Electricity Cost in Pakistan (PK)
Average electricity rate in Pakistan: PKR48/kWh ($0.17 USD). Average annual bill: PKR600. Renewable share: 35%.
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Cost by Usage Level in Pakistan
| Monthly kWh | Monthly (PKR) | Monthly (USD) | Annual (PKR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 kWh | PKR4800.00 | $17.00 | PKR57,600 |
| 200 kWh | PKR9600.00 | $34.00 | PKR115,200 |
| 300 kWh | PKR14400.00 | $51.00 | PKR172,800 |
| 500 kWh | PKR24000.00 | $85.00 | PKR288,000 |
| 750 kWh | PKR36000.00 | $127.50 | PKR432,000 |
| 1000 kWh | PKR48000.00 | $170.00 | PKR576,000 |
Pakistan Electricity Market
Slab-based tariff. Heavy subsidies for low consumers. Circular debt remains a major issue. Provider: DISCOs. Renewable energy share: 35%.
Disclaimer: Rates are approximate averages. Actual rates vary by provider, region, usage level, and time of use. Last updated 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Understanding electricity prices in Pakistan
Pakistani households buy power from regional DISCOs at tariffs set by the regulator NEPRA, using a slab structure with a protected category for low-usage consumers. Tariffs have risen steeply under fiscal reforms, and load shedding remains common.
Fuel-cost and capacity-payment surcharges, together with currency depreciation, have pushed bills up sharply for unprotected consumers. Crossing a slab threshold raises the rate on additional units.
How to lower your electricity bill in Pakistan
Stay within the protected slab, generally under about 200 units a month, where possible to keep the lower rate. Net-metered rooftop solar has become very popular as grid tariffs climbed, and efficient fans, lights and inverter ACs cut usage.
At roughly $0.17 USD per kWh, electricity in Pakistan sits near the global average of about $0.17 USD/kWh, with renewables supplying 35% of generation. A typical household bill runs around PKR600 per year.