Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
13.0M
Population
1,772 km2
Area
25 Mbps
Internet
217m
Elevation
UTC+05:00
Timezone
LHE (6km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Lahore pulses with the energy of chaotic bazaars and fragrant street food stalls, where the call to prayer echoes alongside honking rickshaws. Digital nomads find reliable high-speed internet in modern cafes amid historic Mughal gardens, blending cultural immersion with urban hustle in this southern Asian powerhouse.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Pakistan
Region
Southern Asia
Population
13.0M
Timezone
UTC+05:00
Elevation
217 m
Currency
PKR
Language
English
Airport
LHE
GPS
31.56, 74.35
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Internet at 25 Mbps — plan for offline work or find coworking spaces
Economy
80% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Travel
LHE airport just 6 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
5,107 total POIs 2.9 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
373
Cafes
81
Bars
7
Fast Food
118
Shopping
Supermarkets
64
Convenience
30
Shopping Malls
105
Healthcare
Hospitals
215
Clinics
79
Pharmacies
68
Education
Schools
285
Universities
140
Libraries
13
Recreation
Parks
918
Playgrounds
38
Sports
48
Cinemas
26
Museums
10
Theatres
3
Transport
Bus Stops
98
Train Stations
39
Fuel Stations
185
Services
Banks
365
ATMs
52
Post Offices
27
Police
46
Fire Stations
4
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
25 Mbps
Download
24 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
456,266
Tests
121,832
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Apr - May
12°
J
13°
F
17°
M
22°
A
27°
M
30°
J
31°
J
30°
A
27°
S
22°
O
17°
N
13°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 21.7 C Range: 12 - 31.4 C Rain: 758 mm/year Sunshine: 3,421 h/year
CITY SCORES
93.6
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
EIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
20.3
Overall
80% cheaper than NYC
3.6
Rent
96% cheaper than NYC
17.9
Groceries
82% cheaper than NYC
19.7
Restaurants
80% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
LHE
Allama Iqbal International Airport
6 km from center
Very close — ~9 min ride
FUN FACTS
Lahore is the capital and largest city of the Pakistani province of Punjab.
It is the second-largest city in Pakistan, after Karachi, and 27th largest in the world, with a population of over 14 million.
It has been the historic capital and cultural centre of the wider Punjab region, and is one of Pakistan's most socially liberal, progressive, and cosmopolitan cities.
The city has been inhabited for around two millennia, although it rose to prominence in the late 10th century with the establishment of the Walled City, its fortified interior.
Lahore served as the capital of several empires during the medieval era, including the Hindu Shahis, Ghaznavid Empire and Delhi Sultanate.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Lahore known for?
Lahore pulses with the energy of chaotic bazaars and fragrant street food stalls, where the call to prayer echoes alongside honking rickshaws. Digital nomads find reliable high-speed internet in modern cafes amid historic Mughal gardens, blending cultural immersion with urban hustle in this southern Asian powerhouse.
How fast is the internet in Lahore?
Lahore has an average download speed of 25 Mbps and upload speed of 24 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Lahore?
Lahore has an average year-round temperature of approximately 21.7 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Lahore?
Lahore is served by LHE (Allama Iqbal International Airport), approximately 6 km from the city center.
What is the population of Lahore?
The population of Lahore is approximately 13.0M.
What infrastructure does Lahore have?
Lahore has 5,107 mapped points of interest, including 373 restaurants, 215 hospitals, 285 schools.
What country is Lahore in?
Lahore is located in Pakistan.