Iraq vs Iraq · 163 km apart
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| Expense | Balad | Kirkuk | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.20 | $4.45 | Balad |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $16.80 | $17.81 | Balad |
| Cappuccino | $1.26 | $1.34 | Balad |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $95.20 | $101 | Balad |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.40 | $16.32 | Balad |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $40.60 | $43.04 | Balad |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.76 | $12.47 | Balad |
| Fitness club membership | $11.76 | $12.47 | Balad |
| Cinema ticket | $3.08 | $3.26 | Balad |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $173 | $186 | Balad |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $120 | $129 | Balad |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $360 | $387 | Balad |
| Total single-person budget | $400 | $426 | Balad |
| Average net salary | $500 | $530 |
Balad is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Balad 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 Balad · Full cost of living in Kirkuk