Compare Gulf cities
Side-by-side typical costs in USD and quality-of-life scores. The lowest cost and highest score in each row are highlighted.
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| Metric | Al AinUnited Arab Emirates |
|---|---|
| Typical costs (USD) | |
| 1-bed apartment (city centre) | $1,150 |
| 3-bed apartment (family area) | $2,600 |
| Utilities (monthly) | $221 |
| Groceries (single, monthly) | $553 |
| Dinner for two (mid-range) | $357 |
| Transport (monthly) | $213 |
| International school (yearly) | $850 |
| Private health insurance (monthly) | $187 |
| Quality of life (0–100) | |
| Safety | — |
| Healthcare | — |
| Education | — |
| Infrastructure | — |
| Lifestyle | — |
| Climate comfort | — |
| Housing affordability | — |
| Purchasing power | — |
Figures are editorial estimates for planning purposes and vary by neighbourhood, lifestyle and season.