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Mosul vs Kirkuk

Iraq vs Iraq · 153 km apart

Mosul

Iraq

ع.د603,328 ($461)

single / month

VS

Kirkuk

Iraq

ع.د557,885 ($426)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Kirkuk is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mosul runs about $461 versus $426 in Kirkuk — 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 Mosul  ·  Full cost of living in Kirkuk

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mosul cheaper than Kirkuk?
No. Mosul costs an estimated $461 per month for a single person, about 8% more than Kirkuk at $426.
How far is Mosul from Kirkuk?
The straight-line distance between Mosul and Kirkuk is approximately 153 km (95 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mosul or Kirkuk?
The estimated average net salary is $570 in Mosul and $530 in Kirkuk. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $109 in Mosul versus $104 in Kirkuk per month.