Is Colombo more expensive than Damascus?

Colombo is 0.0% cheaper than Damascus overall. Rent is 22.0% higher, groceries 56.5% more expensive, and restaurants 30.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Damascus or Colombo?

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

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇸🇾 Damascus vs 🇱🇰 Colombo

2026

Colombo is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇸🇾 Damascus	🇱🇰 Colombo	Difference
Cost of Living	34.4	34.4	0.0%
Rent	8.2	10.0	+22.0%
Groceries	30.1	47.1	+56.5%
Restaurants	37.6	26.2	-30.3%
Purchasing Power	4.3	21.7	+404.7%

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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