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| Expense | Yaldā | Damascus | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $2.97 | $4.29 | Yaldā |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $11.88 | $17.16 | Yaldā |
| Cappuccino | $0.89 | $1.29 | Yaldā |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $67.32 | $97.24 | Yaldā |
| Monthly public transport pass | $10.89 | $15.73 | Yaldā |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $28.71 | $41.47 | Yaldā |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $8.32 | $12.01 | Yaldā |
| Fitness club membership | $8.32 | $12.01 | Yaldā |
| Cinema ticket | $2.18 | $3.15 | Yaldā |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $121 | $192 | Yaldā |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $84.15 | $133 | Yaldā |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $252 | $400 | Yaldā |
| Total single-person budget | $282 | $419 | Yaldā |
| Average net salary | $108 | $156 |
Yaldā is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Yaldā runs about $282 versus $419 in Damascus — a difference of roughly 49%.
Salary-adjusted, Yaldā 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 Yaldā · Full cost of living in Damascus