Kuwait
Cost of Living in Kuwait City
Monthly Total
$2,099
$36,733
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$743
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$45
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
$743
$13,003
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$89
$1,558
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$100
$1,750
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$120
$2,100
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$630
$11,025
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$228
$3,990
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$152
$2,660
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$37
$648
Monthly Total
$2,099
$36,733
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