Syria
Cost of Living in Damascus
Monthly Total
$1,087
$19,023
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$202
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$30
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$202
$3,535
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$186
$3,255
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$83
$1,453
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$120
$2,100
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$270
$4,725
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$152
$2,660
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$50
$875
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$23
$403
Monthly Total
$1,087
$19,023
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