Iraq vs South Africa
Iraq is about 3% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 42.6 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in food. On quality of life, Iraq scores higher (71 vs 53 of 100).
Metric Iraq South Africa
Price level (US=100) 42.6 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $14,464 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $14,530 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) -12.3% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Iraq South Africa
Housing & utilities 36 76
Food 94 88
Transport 65 99
Restaurants & hotels 55 60
Health 48 76
Communication 116 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Iraq South Africa
Quality-of-life score 71/100 53/100
Life expectancy 72 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 9.5 43.7
Internet users 81% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Iraq more expensive than South Africa?
Iraq is more expensive: about 3% pricier than South Africa overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Iraq would cost roughly $96,500 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Iraq or South Africa?
Iraq scores higher, 71 vs 53 out of 100.
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