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| Expense | Ar Rastan | Homs | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.30 | $3.50 | Ar Rastan |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $13.20 | $13.99 | Ar Rastan |
| Cappuccino | $0.99 | $1.05 | Ar Rastan |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $74.80 | $79.29 | Ar Rastan |
| Monthly public transport pass | $12.10 | $12.83 | Ar Rastan |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $31.90 | $33.81 | Ar Rastan |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $9.24 | $9.79 | Ar Rastan |
| Fitness club membership | $9.24 | $9.79 | Ar Rastan |
| Cinema ticket | $2.42 | $2.57 | Ar Rastan |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $138 | $148 | Ar Rastan |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $96.00 | $103 | Ar Rastan |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $288 | $310 | Ar Rastan |
| Total single-person budget | $316 | $336 | Ar Rastan |
| Average net salary | $120 | $127 |
Ar Rastan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ar Rastan runs about $316 versus $336 in Homs — a difference of roughly 6%.
Salary-adjusted, Ar Rastan 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 Ar Rastan · Full cost of living in Homs