Egypt vs Iraq
Iraq is about 58% pricier than Egypt overall, with a price level of 42.6 versus 17.7 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Egypt scores higher (77 vs 71 of 100).
Metric Egypt Iraq
Price level (US=100) 17.7 42.6
GDP / capita (PPP) $19,094 $14,464
GNI / capita (PPP) $18,230 $14,530
Inflation (YoY) 28.3% -12.3%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Egypt Iraq
Housing & utilities 22 36
Food 64 94
Transport 49 65
Restaurants & hotels 29 55
Health 25 48
Communication 44 116
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Egypt Iraq
Quality-of-life score 77/100 71/100
Life expectancy 72 yrs 72 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 1.3 9.5
Internet users 75% 81%
Frequently asked
Is Egypt more expensive than Iraq?
Iraq is more expensive: about 58% pricier than Egypt overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Iraq?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Egypt would cost roughly $240,500 in Iraq, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Egypt or Iraq?
Egypt scores higher, 77 vs 71 out of 100.
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