City guide · United Arab Emirates
Living in Al Ain
The UAE's garden city, an inland oasis with a strong education sector.
Cost of living
Compare with another city| Item | AED | USD |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment (city centre) | AED 4,223 | $1,150 |
| 3-bed apartment (family area) | AED 9,549 | $2,600 |
| Utilities (monthly) | AED 812 | $221 |
| Groceries (single, monthly) | AED 2,029 | $553 |
| Dinner for two (mid-range) | AED 1,311 | $357 |
| Transport (monthly) | AED 780 | $213 |
| International school (yearly) | AED 3,122 | $850 |
| Private health insurance (monthly) | AED 687 | $187 |
Neighbourhoods
Al Jimi
midLeafy villas near Al Jimi Mall and the main hospitals.
Best for: Families
Schools: Al Ain English Speaking School, GEMS Al Ain
Family friendly88Lifestyle60- Studio / mo
- $550
- 1-bed / mo
- $750
- 3-bed / mo
- $1,900
- To centre
- ~10 min
Al Muwaiji
budgetLow-rise residential streets close to the city centre.
Best for: Quiet living
Schools: Brighton College Al Ain is 10 min away
Family friendly84Lifestyle55- Studio / mo
- $500
- 1-bed / mo
- $700
- 3-bed / mo
- $1,700
- To centre
- ~10 min
Al Towayya
budgetPractical area with apartments and easy road links to Abu Dhabi.
Best for: Budget renters
Schools: Local Indian and Pakistani curriculum schools
Family friendly76Lifestyle50- Studio / mo
- $420
- 1-bed / mo
- $600
- 3-bed / mo
- $1,500
- To centre
- ~15 min