United Arab Emirates
Cost of Living in Dubai
Monthly Total
$3,113
$54,478
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,621
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$50
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
$1,621
$28,368
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$309
$5,408
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$122
$2,135
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$156
$2,730
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$210
$3,675
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$308
$5,390
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$313
$5,478
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$73
$1,278
Monthly Total
$3,113
$54,478
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