Capital city in Damascus Governorate, Syria
Cost of living in Damascus
How much a month costs in Damascus
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about ().
Prices in Damascus
Typical 2026 ranges in USD, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | USD | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | $40–120 | $40–120 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | $2–4 | $2–4 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | $8–15 | $8–15 |
| Cappuccino | $1–3 | $1–3 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | $3–6 | $3–6 |
| Getting around | ||
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | $3–6 | $3–6 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | $5–15 | $5–15 |
Quick answers
How much does food cost in Damascus?
A local meal is $2–4 ($2–4); a mid-range restaurant is $8–15 ($8–15) per person.
Is Syria expensive?
Prices in Syria are about 32% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Syria e-visa portal
- UK FCDO travel advice: Syria
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