Is Baghdad more expensive than Damascus?

Baghdad is 0.3% more expensive than Damascus overall. Rent is 29.3% higher, groceries 0.7% cheaper, and restaurants 14.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Damascus or Baghdad?

Damascus has a purchasing power index of 4.3 while Baghdad has 52.5 (NYC = 100). Baghdad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇸🇾 Damascus vs 🇮🇶 Baghdad

2026

Baghdad is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇸🇾 Damascus	🇮🇶 Baghdad	Difference
Cost of Living	34.4	34.5	+0.3%
Rent	8.2	10.6	+29.3%
Groceries	30.1	29.9	-0.7%
Restaurants	37.6	32.3	-14.1%
Purchasing Power	4.3	52.5	+1,120.9%

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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