United Arab Emirates
Cost of Living in Ajman
Monthly Total
$2,341
$40,968
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,264
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$36
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
$1,264
$22,120
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$220
$3,850
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$95
$1,663
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$72
$1,260
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$210
$3,675
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$239
$4,183
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$176
$3,080
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$65
$1,138
Monthly Total
$2,341
$40,968
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