Oman
Cost of Living in Muscat
Monthly Total
$1,727
$30,223
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$484
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$41
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
$484
$8,470
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$187
$3,273
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$106
$1,855
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$60
$1,050
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$480
$8,400
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$222
$3,885
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$140
$2,450
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$49
$858
Monthly Total
$1,727
$30,223
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