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Mosul vs Baghdad

Iraq vs Iraq · 358 km apart

Mosul

Iraq

ع.د603,328 ($461)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Baghdad

Iraq

ع.د695,054 ($531)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Mosul is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mosul runs about $461 versus $531 in Baghdad — a difference of roughly 15%.

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 Mosul  ·  Full cost of living in Baghdad

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mosul cheaper than Baghdad?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $461 per month in Mosul versus $531 in Baghdad — about 15% less.
How far is Mosul from Baghdad?
The straight-line distance between Mosul and Baghdad is approximately 358 km (222 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mosul or Baghdad?
The estimated average net salary is $570 in Mosul and $650 in Baghdad. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $109 in Mosul versus $119 in Baghdad per month.