United Arab Emirates
Cost of Living in Sharjah
Monthly Total
$2,159
$37,783
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$943
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
$943
$16,503
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$313
$5,478
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$107
$1,873
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$60
$1,050
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$210
$3,675
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$250
$4,375
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$196
$3,430
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$80
$1,400
Monthly Total
$2,159
$37,783
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