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Erbil vs Al Başrah

Iraq vs Iraq · 723 km apart

Erbil

Iraq

ع.د557,885 ($426)

single / month

Cheaper overall
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Al Başrah

Iraq

ع.د603,328 ($461)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Al Başrah 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 Erbil  ·  Full cost of living in Al Başrah

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erbil cheaper than Al Başrah?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $426 per month in Erbil versus $461 in Al Başrah — about 8% less.
How far is Erbil from Al Başrah?
The straight-line distance between Erbil and Al Başrah is approximately 723 km (449 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Erbil or Al Başrah?
The estimated average net salary is $530 in Erbil and $570 in Al Başrah. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $104 in Erbil versus $109 in Al Başrah per month.