Is Damascus more expensive than Colombo?

Damascus is 0.0% cheaper than Colombo overall. Rent is 18.0% lower, groceries 36.1% cheaper, and restaurants 43.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Colombo or Damascus?

Colombo has a purchasing power index of 21.7 while Damascus has 4.3 (NYC = 100). Colombo offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇱🇰 Colombo vs 🇸🇾 Damascus

2026

Damascus is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇱🇰 Colombo	🇸🇾 Damascus	Difference
Cost of Living	34.4	34.4	0.0%
Rent	10.0	8.2	-18.0%
Groceries	47.1	30.1	-36.1%
Restaurants	26.2	37.6	+43.5%
Purchasing Power	21.7	4.3	-80.2%

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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