Is Baghdad more expensive than Ulaanbaatar?

Baghdad is 0.0% cheaper than Ulaanbaatar overall. Rent is 36.9% lower, groceries 20.7% cheaper, and restaurants 21.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ulaanbaatar or Baghdad?

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

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar vs 🇮🇶 Baghdad

2026

Baghdad is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar	🇮🇶 Baghdad	Difference
Cost of Living	34.5	34.5	0.0%
Rent	16.8	10.6	-36.9%
Groceries	37.7	29.9	-20.7%
Restaurants	26.7	32.3	+21.0%
Purchasing Power	45.4	52.5	+15.6%

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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