Is Colombo more expensive than Baghdad?

Colombo is 0.3% cheaper than Baghdad overall. Rent is 5.7% lower, groceries 57.5% more expensive, and restaurants 18.9% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Baghdad or Colombo?

Baghdad has a purchasing power index of 52.5 while Colombo has 21.7 (NYC = 100). Baghdad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇶 Baghdad vs 🇱🇰 Colombo

2026

Colombo is 0.3% cheaper

Category	🇮🇶 Baghdad	🇱🇰 Colombo	Difference
Cost of Living	34.5	34.4	-0.3%
Rent	10.6	10.0	-5.7%
Groceries	29.9	47.1	+57.5%
Restaurants	32.3	26.2	-18.9%
Purchasing Power	52.5	21.7	-58.7%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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