Is Damascus more expensive than Baghdad?

Damascus is 0.3% cheaper than Baghdad overall. Rent is 22.6% lower, groceries 0.7% more expensive, and restaurants 16.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Baghdad or Damascus?

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

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇮🇶 Baghdad vs 🇸🇾 Damascus

2026

Damascus är 0.3% billigare

Kategori	🇮🇶 Baghdad	🇸🇾 Damascus	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	34.5	34.4	-0.3%
Hyra	10.6	8.2	-22.6%
Livsmedel	29.9	30.1	+0.7%
Restauranger	32.3	37.6	+16.4%
Köpkraft	52.5	4.3	-91.8%

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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