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Dahūk vs Mosul

Iraq vs Iraq · 55 km apart

Dahūk

Iraq

ع.د557,885 ($426)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Mosul

Iraq

ع.د603,328 ($461)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Dahūk	Mosul	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.45	$4.79	Dahūk
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$17.81	$19.15	Dahūk
Cappuccino	$1.34	$1.44	Dahūk
Monthly groceries (single person)	$101	$109	Dahūk
Monthly public transport pass	$16.32	$17.56	Dahūk
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$43.04	$46.28	Dahūk
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$12.47	$13.41	Dahūk
Fitness club membership	$12.47	$13.41	Dahūk
Cinema ticket	$3.26	$3.51	Dahūk
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$186	$203	Dahūk
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$129	$141	Dahūk
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$387	$424	Dahūk
Total single-person budget	$426	$461	Dahūk
Average net salary	$530	$570

Verdict

Dahūk is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Dahūk runs about $426 versus $461 in Mosul — a difference of roughly 8%.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dahūk cheaper than Mosul?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $426 per month in Dahūk versus $461 in Mosul — about 8% less.

How far is Dahūk from Mosul?

The straight-line distance between Dahūk and Mosul is approximately 55 km (34 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Dahūk or Mosul?

The estimated average net salary is $530 in Dahūk and $570 in Mosul. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $104 in Dahūk versus $109 in Mosul per month.