Is Ulaanbaatar more expensive than Baghdad?

Ulaanbaatar is 0.0% cheaper than Baghdad overall. Rent is 58.5% higher, groceries 26.1% more expensive, and restaurants 17.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Baghdad or Ulaanbaatar?

Baghdad has a purchasing power index of 52.5 while Ulaanbaatar has 45.4 (NYC = 100). Baghdad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇶 Baghdad vs 🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar

2026

Ulaanbaatar is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇮🇶 Baghdad	🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar	Difference
Cost of Living	34.5	34.5	0.0%
Rent	10.6	16.8	+58.5%
Groceries	29.9	37.7	+26.1%
Restaurants	32.3	26.7	-17.3%
Purchasing Power	52.5	45.4	-13.5%

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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