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Al Qā’im vs Kirkuk

Iraq vs Iraq · 335 km apart

Al Qā’im

Iraq

ع.د524,000 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Kirkuk

Iraq

ع.د557,885 ($426)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Al Qā’im	Kirkuk	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.20	$4.45	Al Qā’im
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$16.80	$17.81	Al Qā’im
Cappuccino	$1.26	$1.34	Al Qā’im
Monthly groceries (single person)	$95.20	$101	Al Qā’im
Monthly public transport pass	$15.40	$16.32	Al Qā’im
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$40.60	$43.04	Al Qā’im
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$11.76	$12.47	Al Qā’im
Fitness club membership	$11.76	$12.47	Al Qā’im
Cinema ticket	$3.08	$3.26	Al Qā’im
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$173	$186	Al Qā’im
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$120	$129	Al Qā’im
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$360	$387	Al Qā’im
Total single-person budget	$400	$426	Al Qā’im
Average net salary	$500	$530

Verdict

Al Qā’im is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Al Qā’im runs about $400 versus $426 in Kirkuk — a difference of roughly 6%.

Salary-adjusted, Kirkuk 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 Qā’im · Full cost of living in Kirkuk

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Al Qā’im cheaper than Kirkuk?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $400 per month in Al Qā’im versus $426 in Kirkuk — about 6% less.

How far is Al Qā’im from Kirkuk?

The straight-line distance between Al Qā’im and Kirkuk is approximately 335 km (208 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Al Qā’im or Kirkuk?

The estimated average net salary is $500 in Al Qā’im and $530 in Kirkuk. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $100 in Al Qā’im versus $104 in Kirkuk per month.