178 cities covered · Currency: SYP (£) · Capital: Damascus
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | £45,474 ($3.50) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | £181,896 ($13.99) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | £13,642 ($1.05) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | £1,030,744 ($79.29) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | £166,738 ($12.83) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | £439,582 ($33.81) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | £127,327 ($9.79) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | £127,327 ($9.79) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | £33,348 ($2.57) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | £1,929,544 ($148) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | £1,342,292 ($103) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | £4,026,875 ($310) | per month |
Dimashq · pop. 2,685,360
Ḩalab · pop. 2,003,671
Ḩimş · pop. 775,404
Al Lādhiqīyah · pop. 709,000
Ḩamāh · pop. 696,863
Ţarţūs · pop. 458,327
Rīf Dimashq · pop. 400,000
Ar Raqqah · pop. 299,824
Dayr az Zawr · pop. 271,800
Al Ḩasakah · pop. 188,160
Al Ḩasakah · pop. 184,231
Idlib · pop. 165,000
Dar‘ā · pop. 150,000
Rīf Dimashq · pop. 114,363
Idlib · pop. 112,654
Ḩamāh · pop. 110,683
Ḩalab · pop. 106,460
Rīf Dimashq · pop. 101,827
Idlib · pop. 90,000
Rīf Dimashq · pop. 84,044
Ar Raqqah · pop. 84,000
Ḩalab · pop. 78,255
Al Lādhiqīyah · pop. 75,505
Dayr az Zawr · pop. 70,680
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Syria
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Syria
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Syria
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Syria
Living costs in Syria vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of £4,373,892 ($336) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.