Oman vs Oman · 14 km apart
Oman
single / month
Cheaper overallOman
single / month
| Expense | Al ‘Āmirāt | Muscat | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.60 | $7.52 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $26.40 | $30.10 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Cappuccino | $1.98 | $2.26 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $150 | $171 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Monthly public transport pass | $24.20 | $27.59 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $63.80 | $72.73 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $18.48 | $21.07 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Fitness club membership | $18.48 | $21.07 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Cinema ticket | $4.84 | $5.52 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $299 | $352 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $208 | $245 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $624 | $735 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Total single-person budget | $648 | $747 | Al ‘Āmirāt |
| Average net salary | $1,900 | $2,166 |
Al ‘Āmirāt is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Al ‘Āmirāt runs about $648 versus $747 in Muscat — a difference of roughly 15%.
Salary-adjusted, Muscat leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Al ‘Āmirāt · Full cost of living in Muscat