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| Expense | Al Madrah Samā’il | Muscat | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.14 | $7.52 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $24.55 | $30.10 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Cappuccino | $1.84 | $2.26 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $139 | $171 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Monthly public transport pass | $22.51 | $27.59 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $59.33 | $72.73 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $17.19 | $21.07 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Fitness club membership | $17.19 | $21.07 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Cinema ticket | $4.50 | $5.52 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $273 | $352 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $190 | $245 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $570 | $735 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Total single-person budget | $599 | $747 | Al Madrah Samā’il |
| Average net salary | $1,767 | $2,166 |
Al Madrah Samā’il is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Al Madrah Samā’il runs about $599 versus $747 in Muscat — a difference of roughly 25%.
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 Madrah Samā’il · Full cost of living in Muscat