United Arab Emirates
Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi
Monthly Total
$2,716
$47,530
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,519
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$40
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,519
$26,583
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$240
$4,200
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$125
$2,188
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$120
$2,100
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$180
$3,150
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$256
$4,480
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$210
$3,675
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$65
$1,138
Monthly Total
$2,716
$47,530
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