Performance
Score Breakdown
Gujranwala
Moscow
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Gujranwala is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
94% lower compared to Moscow.
Housing costs are a major driver: Gujranwala's average rent is
96% lower than Moscow's.
| Metric | Gujranwala | Moscow | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $54 | $1,338 | -96% |
| Groceries | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Utilities | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Transport | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Healthcare | $32 | $0 | 0% |
| Monthly Total | $86 | $1,338 | -94% |
| Cost Index | 111 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Moscow offers 96% lower average salaries.
| Metric | Gujranwala | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $2,808 | $76,000 |
| Salary Needed | $0 | $84,360 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Gujranwala | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 65.00% | % |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Gujranwala has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
7,000 minutes (117 hours) per year compared to Moscow.
Moscow scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Moscow leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Gujranwala | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | min | 14 min |
| Transit Score | 0.0/10 | 45.0/10 |
| Walkability | 0.0/10 | 48.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 40.00 | |
| Car Dependency | Medium | Medium |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Gujranwala is the larger city
— approximately 106.3x the population of Moscow.
From a growth perspective, Gujranwala is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Moscow has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Gujranwala | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,793,969 | 26,286 |
| Pop. Growth | 3.62% | 0.80% |
| Median Age | 25.7 | |
| Unemployment | 5.42% | 3.00% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Gujranwala
Advantages
Significant industrial hub with over 8,000 small and medium units, offering diverse employment opportunities.
Recognized by the World Bank as the 6th best city in Pakistan for ease of doing business, indicating a favorable entrepreneurial climate.
Cost of living is highly affordable, with average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center at approximately $54 USD per month as of June 2026.
Crime rates have seen a significant reduction, with shop robberies down by 47% and house robberies by 29% in early 2025 due to police efforts.
Ongoing major investments in healthcare, including a new Rs16 billion cardiac institute and upgraded hospital facilities, are improving medical services.
Drawbacks
Specific data for several key metrics like median household income, unemployment rate, median age, transit score, and walkability score are not readily available for 2026.
Average monthly net salary is relatively low at approximately $234 USD, reflecting the economic conditions of the region.
While improving, the healthcare quality score is noted as 32 (out of 100) by one source, suggesting room for further development.
Summers are sweltering and humid, with temperatures reaching 36–42 °C (97–108 °F), which can be challenging for residents.
Car dependency is likely medium to high due to developing public transportation infrastructure, potentially leading to traffic congestion.
Moscow
Advantages
High walkability score of 48, making many errands accessible on foot.
Short average commute time of 14.3 minutes, significantly below the national average.
Strong presence of the University of Idaho contributes to a vibrant cultural scene and job market.
Crime rates have seen a significant decrease, with violent crime rates well below the national average.
Rental prices are relatively affordable compared to national averages, despite a higher cost of living than the Idaho average.
Drawbacks
Median household income ($57,022) is below the national average.
Cost of living is 11% higher than the national average.
Limited public transit options contribute to a medium car dependency.
Job growth rate of 0.167% is modest.
Median age of 25.7 is significantly younger than the national average, which may not appeal to all demographics.
Explore
Dive Deeper
Key figures side by side — see which city wins each category at a glance.
Gujranwala
#2Punjab, Pakistan
68.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$54
Avg Salary
$2,808
Cost Index
Commute
min
Transit Score
0.0/10
Walkability
0.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
3.62%
Unemployment
5.42%
Livability
65
Business
70
Moscow
#16Idaho, USA
75.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,338
Avg Salary
$76,000
Cost Index
111
Commute
14 min
Transit Score
45.0/10
Walkability
48.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
0.80%
Unemployment
3.00%
Livability
87
Business
65
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