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Al Ḩayy vs Al Başrah

Iraq vs Iraq · 249 km apart

Al Ḩayy

Iraq

ع.د524,000 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Al Başrah

Iraq

ع.د603,328 ($461)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAl ḨayyAl BaşrahCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.20$4.79Al Ḩayy
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$16.80$19.15Al Ḩayy
Cappuccino$1.26$1.44Al Ḩayy
Monthly groceries (single person)$95.20$109Al Ḩayy
Monthly public transport pass$15.40$17.56Al Ḩayy
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$40.60$46.28Al Ḩayy
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11.76$13.41Al Ḩayy
Fitness club membership$11.76$13.41Al Ḩayy
Cinema ticket$3.08$3.51Al Ḩayy
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$173$203Al Ḩayy
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$120$141Al Ḩayy
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$360$424Al Ḩayy
Total single-person budget$400$461Al Ḩayy
Average net salary$500$570

Verdict

Al Ḩayy is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Al Ḩayy runs about $400 versus $461 in Al Başrah — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Al Başrah leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Al Ḩayy  ·  Full cost of living in Al Başrah

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Al Ḩayy cheaper than Al Başrah?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $400 per month in Al Ḩayy versus $461 in Al Başrah — about 15% less.
How far is Al Ḩayy from Al Başrah?
The straight-line distance between Al Ḩayy and Al Başrah is approximately 249 km (155 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Al Ḩayy or Al Başrah?
The estimated average net salary is $500 in Al Ḩayy and $570 in Al Başrah. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $100 in Al Ḩayy versus $109 in Al Başrah per month.