Is Baghdad more expensive than Almaty?

Baghdad is 0.8% cheaper than Almaty overall. Rent is 28.8% lower, groceries 32.2% cheaper, and restaurants 33.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Almaty or Baghdad?

Almaty has a purchasing power index of 54.4 while Baghdad has 46.7 (NYC = 100). Almaty offers better purchasing power.

Almaty vs Baghdad: Baghdad is 0.8% cheaper, rent 29% lower (2026)

Category	🇰🇿 Almaty	🇮🇶 Baghdad	Difference
Cost of Living	24.1	23.9	-0.8%
Rent	17.0	12.1	-28.8%
Groceries	44.4	30.1	-32.2%
Restaurants	48.4	32.3	-33.3%
Purchasing Power	54.4	46.7	-14.2%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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