Syria vs Syria · 5 km apart
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| Expense | Babīlā | Damascus | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.30 | $4.29 | Babīlā |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $13.20 | $17.16 | Babīlā |
| Cappuccino | $0.99 | $1.29 | Babīlā |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $74.80 | $97.24 | Babīlā |
| Monthly public transport pass | $12.10 | $15.73 | Babīlā |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $31.90 | $41.47 | Babīlā |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $9.24 | $12.01 | Babīlā |
| Fitness club membership | $9.24 | $12.01 | Babīlā |
| Cinema ticket | $2.42 | $3.15 | Babīlā |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $138 | $192 | Babīlā |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $96.00 | $133 | Babīlā |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $288 | $400 | Babīlā |
| Total single-person budget | $316 | $419 | Babīlā |
| Average net salary | $120 | $156 |
Babīlā is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Babīlā runs about $316 versus $419 in Damascus — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Babīlā 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 Babīlā · Full cost of living in Damascus