Baghdad: Iraq has been identified as the fifth cheapest Arab country to live in for the year 2025. This ranking comes from Numbeo, a website known for tracking and reporting the standard of living across various countries worldwide.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Numbeo’s latest statistics reveal that Iraq’s affordability is measured in terms of groceries, restaurants, rent, and local purchasing power. In this list, Libya claimed the top spot as the cheapest Arab country to live in, followed by Egypt in second place, Syria in third, and Algeria in fourth. Iraq, securing the fifth position, offers a cost-effective living standard in comparison to many other Arab nations. Following Iraq, Tunisia, Morocco, and Jordan ranked sixth, seventh, and eighth, respectively.

The statistic further highlighted the other end of the spectrum, pointing out the most expensive Arab countries for 2025. The United Arab Emirates tops this list, followed by Yemen, Qatar, and Bahrain. The report provides a comprehensive overview of living costs that can guide individuals and families considering relocation within the Arab region.