Iraq vs Pakistan
Iraq is about 44% pricier than Pakistan overall, with a price level of 42.6 versus 24.0 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in housing & utilities. On quality of life, Iraq scores higher (71 vs 56 of 100).
Metric Iraq Pakistan
Price level (US=100) 42.6 24.0
GDP / capita (PPP) $14,464 $6,252
GNI / capita (PPP) $14,530 $6,100
Inflation (YoY) -12.3% 12.6%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Iraq Pakistan
Housing & utilities 36 33
Food 94 59
Transport 65 54
Restaurants & hotels 55 35
Health 48 28
Communication 116 35
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Iraq Pakistan
Quality-of-life score 71/100 56/100
Life expectancy 72 yrs 68 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 9.5 4.3
Internet users 81% 57%
Frequently asked
Is Iraq more expensive than Pakistan?
Iraq is more expensive: about 44% pricier than Pakistan overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Pakistan?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Iraq would cost roughly $56,500 in Pakistan, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Iraq or Pakistan?
Iraq scores higher, 71 vs 56 out of 100.
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