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Baghdad vs Mosul

Iraq vs Iraq · 358 km apart

Baghdad

Iraq

ع.د695,054 ($531)

single / month

VS

Mosul

Iraq

ع.د603,328 ($461)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBaghdadMosulCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.46$4.79Mosul
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$21.84$19.15Mosul
Cappuccino$1.64$1.44Mosul
Monthly groceries (single person)$124$109Mosul
Monthly public transport pass$20.02$17.56Mosul
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$52.78$46.28Mosul
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$15.29$13.41Mosul
Fitness club membership$15.29$13.41Mosul
Cinema ticket$4.00$3.51Mosul
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$239$203Mosul
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$167$141Mosul
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$500$424Mosul
Total single-person budget$531$461Mosul
Average net salary$650$570

Verdict

Mosul is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Baghdad runs about $531 versus $461 in Mosul — a difference of roughly 13%.

Salary-adjusted, Baghdad 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 Baghdad  ·  Full cost of living in Mosul

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baghdad cheaper than Mosul?
No. Baghdad costs an estimated $531 per month for a single person, about 13% more than Mosul at $461.
How far is Baghdad from Mosul?
The straight-line distance between Baghdad and Mosul is approximately 358 km (222 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Baghdad or Mosul?
The estimated average net salary is $650 in Baghdad and $570 in Mosul. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $119 in Baghdad versus $109 in Mosul per month.