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United Arab Emirates

Middle East·AED·Arabic/English

Nomad Score

Very Good

Tax-free income, modern infrastructure, and year-round sunshine. Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer luxury living. Growing startup and freelancer ecosystem.

Key Indices

55.2

Cost of Living

39.6

Rent Index

44.4

Groceries

56.5

Restaurants

126.4

Purchasing Power

Safety

Healthcare

155

Quality of Life

Cost Breakdown

Housing

1BR Apartment (City Center)$1500/mo

3BR Apartment (City Center)$2800/mo

Food & Drink

Inexpensive Restaurant$10

Mid-Range (2 People)$45

Cappuccino$5

Utilities & Services

Monthly Transport Pass$60/mo

Internet (60 Mbps+)$55/mo

Gym Membership$60/mo

Income

Average Monthly Salary$3,800

Population9,890,402

Monthly Budget

$2,255

Estimated monthly cost for a single person

Rent (1BR)$1500

Food (30 cheap + 4 mid-range)$480

Coffee (20x/month)$100

Transport$60

Internet$55

Gym$60

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