Iraq vs Philippines
Iraq is about 19% pricier than Philippines overall, with a price level of 42.6 versus 34.3 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in food. On quality of life, Iraq scores higher (71 vs 67 of 100).
Metric Iraq Philippines
Price level (US=100) 42.6 34.3
GDP / capita (PPP) $14,464 $11,794
GNI / capita (PPP) $14,530 $13,330
Inflation (YoY) -12.3% 3.2%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Iraq Philippines
Housing & utilities 36 58
Food 94 92
Transport 65 76
Restaurants & hotels 55 48
Health 48 50
Communication 116 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Iraq Philippines
Quality-of-life score 71/100 67/100
Life expectancy 72 yrs 70 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 9.5 4.3
Internet users 81% 67%
Frequently asked
Is Iraq more expensive than Philippines?
Iraq is more expensive: about 19% pricier than Philippines overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Philippines?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Iraq would cost roughly $80,500 in Philippines, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Iraq or Philippines?
Iraq scores higher, 71 vs 67 out of 100.
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