Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Iran is 8.50 times less expensive as compared to Kuwait.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Iran and Kuwait. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Iran and Kuwait.
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 Indicators  | Iran  | Kuwait  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 12,000,000 IRR (276 USD) | 400 KWD (1,300 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 20,000,000 IRR (460 USD) | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 30,000,000 IRR (690 USD) | 900 KWD (2,925 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 7,000,000 IRR (161 USD) | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 12,000,000 IRR (276 USD) | 400 KWD (1,300 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 18,000,000 IRR (414 USD) | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 18 % | 3 % |
Realtor Commission  | 1 % | 2 % |
Property Taxes  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in Iran is 4.46 times less expensive than Kuwait.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 40,000,000 IRR (920 USD) | 1,500 KWD (4,875 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) | 40 KWD (130 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 1,200,000 IRR (27.60 USD) | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 60 KWD (195 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 20 KWD (65 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 81.27% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Iran costs 5.30 times less compared to Kuwait.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) | 20 KWD (65 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 81.13% less in Iran compared to Kuwait.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 70,000 IRR (1.61 USD) | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 40,000 IRR (0.92 USD) | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 15,000 IRR (0.34 USD) | 0.60 KWD (1.95 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 20,000 IRR (0.46 USD) | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 120,000 IRR (2.76 USD) | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 90,000 IRR (2.07 USD) | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) |
In Iran, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 5.40 times less expensive than the cost in Kuwait.
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 87.09% less for Groceries.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 60,000 IRR (1.38 USD) | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 70,000 IRR (1.61 USD) | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 30,000 IRR (0.69 USD) | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 20,000 IRR (0.46 USD) | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 80,000 IRR (1.84 USD) | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 30,000 IRR (0.69 USD) | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 60,000 IRR (1.38 USD) | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 6.99 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 8 KWD (26 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 2,500,000 IRR (57.50 USD) | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 5 KWD (16.25 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 30,000 IRR (0.69 USD) | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 150,000 IRR (3.45 USD) | 3.50 KWD (11.38 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 29.47% less in Iran compared to Kuwait.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 12 KWD (39 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 250,000 IRR (5.75 USD) | 5 KWD (16.25 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) | 8 KWD (26 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) | 14 KWD (45.50 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 2.41 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 1 KWD (3.25 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 5,000,000 IRR (115 USD) | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) | 1 KWD (3.25 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) | 40 KWD (130 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) | 3 KWD (9.75 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 3.98 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 500,000,000 IRR (11,500 USD) | 25,000 KWD (81,250 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 5,000,000 IRR (115 USD) | 100 KWD (325 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 3,000,000 IRR (69 USD) | 500 KWD (1,625 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 200 KWD (650 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 20 % | 3.5 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 60,000 IRR (1.38 USD) | 0.90 KWD (2.93 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 250,000 IRR (5.75 USD) | 3.40 KWD (11.05 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 300,000 IRR 6.90 USD | 5 KWD 16.25 USD |
You would have to pay 7.16 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Iran compared to that of Kuwait.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 80 KWD (260 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 60 KWD (195 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) | 40 KWD (130 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) | 40 KWD (130 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) | 100 KWD (325 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 2,000,000 IRR (46 USD) | 120 KWD (390 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 5,000,000 IRR (115 USD) | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 75 KWD (243.75 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 8.58 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 3,000,000 IRR (69 USD) | 120 KWD (390 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) | 120 KWD (390 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 60 KWD (195 USD) |
Haircuts  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 20 KWD (65 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) | 40 KWD (130 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 50,000 IRR (1.15 USD) | 4 KWD (13 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 30,000 IRR (0.69 USD) | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 11.01 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 4,000,000 IRR (92 USD) | 180 KWD (585 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 60 KWD (195 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 60 KWD (195 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 1,200,000 IRR (27.60 USD) | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 1,200,000 IRR (27.60 USD) | 80 KWD (260 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 700,000 IRR (16.10 USD) | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 100,000 IRR (2.30 USD) | 3 KWD (9.75 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) |
Sportswear  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 60 KWD (195 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 8.24 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 60 KWD (195 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 3,000,000 IRR (69 USD) | 350 KWD (1,137.50 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 2,500,000 IRR (57.50 USD) | 300 KWD (975 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 2,000,000 IRR (46 USD) | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 80 KWD (260 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) | 200 KWD (650 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 14.97 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 2,000,000 IRR (46 USD) | 450 KWD (1,462.50 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 5,000,000 IRR (115 USD) | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 6,000,000 IRR (138 USD) | 800 KWD (2,600 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 10,000,000 IRR (230 USD) | 1,200 KWD (3,900 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 20,000,000 IRR (460 USD) | 2,500 KWD (8,125 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 30,000,000 IRR (690 USD) | 3,500 KWD (11,375 USD) |
After School Activities  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 1,500,000 IRR (34.50 USD) | 200 KWD (650 USD) |
Tutoring  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) | 60 KWD (195 USD) |
School Supplies  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 40 KWD (130 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 17.60 times less for school and education.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 10 KWD (32.50 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 20 KWD (65 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 700,000 IRR (16.10 USD) | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 40 KWD (130 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) | 8 KWD (26 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) |
Bowling  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 12 KWD (39 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) | 10 KWD (32.50 USD) |
Video Games  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 45 KWD (146.25 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) | 12 KWD (39 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 2,500,000 IRR (57.50 USD) | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 8.27 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 100 KWD (325 USD) |
Art Classes  | 600,000 IRR (13.80 USD) | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 20 KWD (65 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 1,000,000 IRR (23 USD) | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 800,000 IRR (18.40 USD) | 40 KWD (130 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 200,000 IRR (4.60 USD) | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) |
Educational Software  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 60 KWD (195 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, instead of Kuwait, you would have to pay 11.28 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 12,000,000 IRR (276 USD) | 1,200 KWD (3,900 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 8,000,000 IRR (184 USD) | 900 KWD (2,925 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 200,000 IRR per hour (4.60 USD) | 20 KWD per hour (65 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 2,000,000 IRR (46 USD) | 700 KWD (2,275 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 9 % | 0 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 7 % | 8 % |
Pension Contributions  | 7 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 40 | 70 |
Median Household Income  | 9,000,000 IRR (207 USD) | 2,000 KWD (6,500 USD) |
If you lived in Iran, you would earn 21.83 times less salary as compared to Kuwait.
Indicators | Iran | Kuwait |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 500,000 IRR (11.50 USD) | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 300,000 IRR (6.90 USD) | 120 KWD (390 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 400,000 IRR (9.20 USD) | 100 KWD (325 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 350,000 IRR (8.05 USD) | 110 KWD (357.50 USD) |
Professional Services cost 43.76 times less in Iran, as compared to Kuwait.
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