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| Expense | Ar Rustāq | Masqaţ | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.14 | $8.58 | Ar Rustāq |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $24.55 | $34.32 | Ar Rustāq |
| Cappuccino | $1.84 | $2.57 | Ar Rustāq |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $139 | $194 | Ar Rustāq |
| Monthly public transport pass | $22.51 | $31.46 | Ar Rustāq |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $59.33 | $82.94 | Ar Rustāq |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $17.19 | $24.02 | Ar Rustāq |
| Fitness club membership | $17.19 | $24.02 | Ar Rustāq |
| Cinema ticket | $4.50 | $6.29 | Ar Rustāq |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $273 | $415 | Ar Rustāq |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $190 | $289 | Ar Rustāq |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $570 | $866 | Ar Rustāq |
| Total single-person budget | $599 | $861 | Ar Rustāq |
| Average net salary | $1,767 | $2,470 |
Ar Rustāq is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ar Rustāq runs about $599 versus $861 in Masqaţ — a difference of roughly 44%.
Salary-adjusted, Masqaţ 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 Ar Rustāq · Full cost of living in Masqaţ