Is Erbil more expensive than Baghdad?

Erbil is 1.1% more expensive than Baghdad overall. Rent is 24.4% lower, groceries 11.4% more expensive, and restaurants 21.9% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Baghdad or Erbil?

Baghdad has a purchasing power index of 48.7 while Erbil has 47.7 (NYC = 100). Baghdad offers better purchasing power.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇮🇶 Baghdad vs 🇮🇶 Erbil

2026

Erbil är 1.1% dyrare

Kategori	🇮🇶 Baghdad	🇮🇶 Erbil	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	35.7	36.1	+1.1%
Hyra	11.9	9.0	-24.4%
Livsmedel	31.7	35.3	+11.4%
Restauranger	32.0	39.0	+21.9%
Köpkraft	48.7	47.7	-2.1%

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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