Iraq vs Iraq · 135 km apart
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| Expense | Barţalah | Kirkuk | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.78 | $4.45 | Barţalah |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.12 | $17.81 | Barţalah |
| Cappuccino | $1.13 | $1.34 | Barţalah |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $85.68 | $101 | Barţalah |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.86 | $16.32 | Barţalah |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $36.54 | $43.04 | Barţalah |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.58 | $12.47 | Barţalah |
| Fitness club membership | $10.58 | $12.47 | Barţalah |
| Cinema ticket | $2.77 | $3.26 | Barţalah |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $151 | $186 | Barţalah |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $105 | $129 | Barţalah |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $316 | $387 | Barţalah |
| Total single-person budget | $357 | $426 | Barţalah |
| Average net salary | $450 | $530 |
Barţalah is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Barţalah runs about $357 versus $426 in Kirkuk — a difference of roughly 19%.
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 Barţalah · Full cost of living in Kirkuk