The districts of Pakistan vary significantly in average household size, reflecting regional, cultural, and economic differences. Rural districts, particularly in Balochistan and southern Punjab, often report larger household sizes, sometimes exceeding 7 members per household. Urban districts like Karachi and Islamabad tend to have smaller households due to nuclear family structures and housing constraints.
According to the 2023 Digital Census data from Pakistan, the average household size varies significantly across districts, reflecting regional and demographic differences. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), the average household size decreased from 8.06 members in 2017 to 6.94 members in 2023, indicating a trend towards smaller households. Conversely, in Balochistan, the average household size increased from 6.42 members in 2017 to 6.94 members in 2023, possibly due to factors such as migration and underreporting in remote areas. Sindh experienced a slight increase in average household size, from 5.57 members in 2017 to 5.64 members in 2023, with urban areas averaging 5.84 members and rural areas 5.43 members. In Islamabad Capital Territory, the average household size decreased from 5.74 members in 2017 to 5.55 members in rural areas and 5.99 members in urban areas in 2023. These variations highlight the diverse household structures across Pakistan's districts.