United Arab Emirates
Cost of Living in Ras al-Khaimah
Monthly Total
$1,741
$30,468
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$727
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$34
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
$727
$12,723
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$196
$3,430
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$132
$2,310
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$96
$1,680
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$180
$3,150
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$217
$3,798
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$133
$2,328
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$60
$1,050
Monthly Total
$1,741
$30,468
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