Dohuk (Duhok), Iraq

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Country

Iraq

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About Dohuk (Duhok), Iraq

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$465

Family of 4 / mo

$1,203

Avg salary (after tax)

$683

Dohuk, also known as Duhok, is a beautiful city located in northern Iraq , close to the border with Turkey. It is part of the Kurdistan Region and is known for its stunning mountains and rich culture. The city has a mix of modern buildings and traditional Kurdish houses, making it a unique place to explore.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Duhok· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

Men's Dress ShoesUSD $47.36
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $36.23
Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $22.02
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $64.34

Financial

Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.01
Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $683.48

Food - Beverages

Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.5
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.03
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.35
Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.24
CappuccinoUSD $2.51

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $6.49
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $30.46
Fast Food ComboUSD $9.45

Food - Grocery

Beef Round (1 kg)USD $14.94
Apples (1 kg)USD $1.16
Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.43
Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.37
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $0.8
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.74
Onions (1 kg)USD $0.92
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.99
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.65
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $16.93
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $2.31
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $4.46
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $5.55
Dozen EggsUSD $2.09
White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.4
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.23
Milk (1 litre)USD $1.29

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $70.19
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $278.26
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $282.6
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $576.45
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $602.88
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $27.99

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $51.87
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $13.5
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $11.29
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $145.61
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $3,354

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.71
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $3.39
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $16,200
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $6.75
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $54
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $18,628
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.57

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $39.77
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $115.24