Cost of Living in Syria - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Syria
Address: SY

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $382 (excluding rent), and $527 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $889 (excluding rent), and $1,140 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$4.92 SYP 561

$2.06 SYP 235

$10.23 SYP 1,167

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$19.83 SYP 2,261

$11.90 SYP 1,357

$49.57 SYP 5,653

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$4.87 SYP 555

$2.92 SYP 333

$5.84 SYP 666

Cappuccino

$0.95 SYP 108

$0.45 SYP 51.8

$2.96 SYP 338

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.87 SYP 99.7

$0.60 SYP 67.9

$1.92 SYP 219

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.52 SYP 58.8

$0.31 SYP 35.29

$1.03 SYP 118

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.58 SYP 181

$0.99 SYP 113

$6.93 SYP 790

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.05 SYP 234

$1.23 SYP 140

$5.13 SYP 585

Milk (1 liter)

$0.86 SYP 97.8

$0.52 SYP 58.9

$2.06 SYP 234

White Bread (500g)

$0.68 SYP 77.9

$0.37 SYP 41.69

$2.88 SYP 328

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.23 SYP 140

$0.97 SYP 111

$3.10 SYP 353

Eggs

$1.67 SYP 191

$0.90 SYP 103

$2.47 SYP 281

Local Cheese (1kg)

$3.69 SYP 421

$1.98 SYP 226

$9.84 SYP 1,123

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.73 SYP 654

$2.92 SYP 333

$12.38 SYP 1,412

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$10.98 SYP 1,252

$6.68 SYP 762

$20.25 SYP 2,310

Apples (1kg)

$0.83 SYP 95.0

$0.29 SYP 33.51

$1.56 SYP 178

Banana (1kg)

$1.71 SYP 195

$0.99 SYP 113

$3.96 SYP 452

Oranges (1kg)

$0.85 SYP 97.2

$0.29 SYP 32.75

$1.91 SYP 218

Tomato (1kg)

$0.63 SYP 72.0

$0.19 SYP 22.15

$1.26 SYP 144

Potato (1kg)

$0.57 SYP 64.6

$0.27 SYP 30.65

$0.96 SYP 109

Onion (1kg)

$0.66 SYP 75.5

$0.25 SYP 29.02

$1.12 SYP 128

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.37 SYP 42.36

$0.19 SYP 21.72

$0.67 SYP 76.0

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.65 SYP 73.9

$0.21 SYP 23.45

$1.23 SYP 141

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.05 SYP 348

$1.52 SYP 174

$4.06 SYP 464

Wine (Bottle)

$4.96 SYP 566

$2.48 SYP 283

$9.92 SYP 1,131

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.97 SYP 111

$0.69 SYP 78.2

$1.08 SYP 123

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.98 SYP 226

$1.03 SYP 117

$3.08 SYP 351

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.09 SYP 10.65

$0.05 SYP 5.32

$0.19 SYP 21.30

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$8.61 SYP 982

$3.04 SYP 347

$25.33 SYP 2,889

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.98 SYP 111

$0.49 SYP 55.7

$2.73 SYP 311

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.02 SYP 116

$0.51 SYP 58.0

$2.02 SYP 231

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$5.60 SYP 638

$3.06 SYP 349

$14.20 SYP 1,620

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.03 SYP 231

$1.01 SYP 115

$4.92 SYP 561

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$21.6K SYP 2.5M

$19.6K SYP 2.2M

$31.3K SYP 3.6M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$30.8K SYP 3.5M

$19.9K SYP 2.3M

$30.8K SYP 3.5M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$78.7 SYP 8,975

$19.67 SYP 2,244

$197 SYP 22.4K

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$8.53 SYP 972

$3.90 SYP 445

$15.61 SYP 1,780

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$30.27 SYP 3,452

$17.44 SYP 1,988

$69.7 SYP 7,954

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$12.62 SYP 1,439

$3.03 SYP 345

$25.24 SYP 2,879

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$5.85 SYP 667

$3.93 SYP 448

$10.20 SYP 1,164

Cinema Ticket

$2.96 SYP 337

$1.97 SYP 225

$5.49 SYP 626

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$50.5 SYP 5,754

$24.76 SYP 2,824

$118 SYP 13.5K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$1,789 SYP 204.0K

$663 SYP 75.6K

$3,246 SYP 370.2K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$20.42 SYP 2,329

$9.82 SYP 1,120

$58.9 SYP 6,721

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$26.81 SYP 3,058

$14.85 SYP 1,694

$79.2 SYP 9,034

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$53.1 SYP 6,056

$33.29 SYP 3,796

$151 SYP 17.3K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$47.63 SYP 5,432

$20.18 SYP 2,301

$101 SYP 11.5K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$136 SYP 15.5K

$59.4 SYP 6,778

$495 SYP 56.5K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$78.1 SYP 8,902

$34.32 SYP 3,914

$273 SYP 31.2K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$327 SYP 37.2K

$141 SYP 16.1K

$808 SYP 92.1K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$166 SYP 19.0K

$88.6 SYP 10.1K

$470 SYP 53.6K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,619 SYP 184.7K

$1,003 SYP 114.4K

$2,534 SYP 288.9K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$584 SYP 66.6K

$501 SYP 57.1K

$1,002 SYP 114.2K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$50.6 SYP 5,770

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: February 28, 2026

By City in Syria

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	'afrin	36562		$80.6	$240	$237	$413	31.63	3.69
2	'ayn-al-'arab	-						17.57	1.57
3	Al Qamishli	184231						15.04	17.45
4	Al-Qusayr	29818	26	$465	$518	$1,050	$1,117	349.16	7.93
5	Al-Qutayfah	-						-	-
6	Al-qardahah	-	26	$413	$515	$1,063	$1,098	-	-
7	Aleppo	2132100	35	$553	$703	$1,322	$1,502	83.85	5.01
8	Az-zabadani	26285	26	$392	$520	$1,121	$1,095	287.11	5.09
9	Baniyas	41632	18	$310	$367	$891	$856	104.45	3.44
10	Damascus	1414913	37	$457	$738	$1,092	$1,445	35.99	23.21
11	Dar'a	97969		$169	$203	$439	$596	79.99	18.45
12	Duma	110893	26	$460	$525	$1,131	$1,106	12.31	5.82
13	Hama	312994	21	$281	$402	$698	$821	38.01	5.03
14	Homs	652609	22	$278	$438	$737	$848	155.94	5.9
15	Jaramana	114363	26	$453	$521	$865	$1,113	332.96	6.65
16	Latakia	383786	24	$302	$474	$892	$1,130	16.46	5.24
17	Muhradah	-	26	$383	$531	$1,104	$1,101	-	-
18	Suran	-	26	$401	$534	$955	$1,094	-	-
19	Tartus	115769	24	$387	$470	$1,015	$1,006	175.96	5.16

Syria Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Syria - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Syria varies by city and safety conditions, but the overall picture is generally more affordable than many regions for travelers, expats, and digital nomads. Housing can be modestly priced in smaller towns and cheaper neighborhoods but quality and availability change with security and infrastructure. Food markets offer a range of options from simple staples to familiar international items, while local cafes provide inexpensive coworking or meeting spots. Transport tends to be economical, though service reliability matters. You will gain value by prioritizing longer stays in safe, well-connected areas and negotiating long-term housing when possible. Tip: Map a couple of neighborhoods to test drive daily routines before confirming a longer commitment.

Syria living cost is generally shaped by city size and security conditions, with local markets offering affordable produce and simple meals. For housing, look for older apartment blocks in established neighborhoods, and negotiate leases for a few months to gauge stability. Grocery shopping at markets beats imported items, while prepared foods help on busy days. Transport options vary from reliable bus routes to shared taxis; many digital nomads find co-working cafes with reliable Wi-Fi and a social atmosphere. Errands and storage needs can be easier in larger towns with established services; in smaller towns, plan for longer trips to access amenities. Tip: Start with a short stay in a few neighborhoods to compare daily costs and access to essential services.

Neighborhood fit in Syria hinges on safety, access to groceries, and transport options. In larger towns, look for central districts near markets, mosques, or coworking hubs; in smaller cities, choose areas with reliable water and electricity, or with community networks. A practical budgeting framework is to tier spending: essentials, flexibility for occasional outings, and savings toward longer stays or relocation if needed. Seasonality matters: summers can push cooling costs, winters may raise heating needs, so plan for variable utilities. Build routines around local markets, cook at home when possible, and use public transit to keep commuting predictable. Tip: Keep a simple expense log and adjust weekly as you explore neighborhoods.