The exchange rate between the US Dollar (USD) and Pakistani Rupee (PKR) has seen dramatic shifts from 1990 to 2025, reflecting Pakistan’s economic challenges and global influences. Today Pakistan News traces this journey, spotlighting key milestones in the PKR’s valuation as part of our Currency Rates coverage.
In 1990, 1 USD hovered around 21.71 PKR, a time when Pakistan’s economy was relatively stable. By 2000, it climbed to 51.90 PKR, driven by political instability and debt pressures. The 2010s marked sharper depreciation, with 1 USD reaching 105.50 PKR by 2015 amid inflation and trade deficits. Fast forward to 2020, and the rate hit 168.50 PKR, spurred by global economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. As of March 2025, 1 USD stands at approximately 280.05 PKR, a slight dip from February’s peak of 281.06 PKR, reflecting ongoing stabilization efforts.
Below is a chart of 1 USD to PKR from 1990 to 2025, showcasing yearly snapshots:
| Year | 1 USD to PKR (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 21.71 PKR |
| 1995 | 30.92 PKR |
| 2000 | 51.90 PKR |
| 2005 | 59.51 PKR |
| 2010 | 85.19 PKR |
| 2015 | 105.50 PKR |
| 2020 | 168.50 PKR |
| 2023 | 286.58 PKR |
| 2024 | 278.90 PKR |
| 2025 | 280.05 PKR (March) |
Note: Rates are yearly averages or snapshots from sources like CEIC Data and X posts, with 2025 based on trends up to March 11.
Economic experts point to inflation, foreign debt, and IMF interventions as key drivers of this 13-fold increase over 35 years. “The PKR’s journey mirrors Pakistan’s resilience amid global pressures,” an analyst told Today Pakistan News. With daily updates shaping financial decisions, readers can track live rates on our site.
