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Samā’il vs Muscat

Oman vs Oman · 71 km apart

Samā’il

Oman

﷼231 ($599)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Muscat

Oman

﷼287 ($747)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Samā’il	Muscat	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$6.14	$7.52	Samā’il
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$24.55	$30.10	Samā’il
Cappuccino	$1.84	$2.26	Samā’il
Monthly groceries (single person)	$139	$171	Samā’il
Monthly public transport pass	$22.51	$27.59	Samā’il
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$59.33	$72.73	Samā’il
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$17.19	$21.07	Samā’il
Fitness club membership	$17.19	$21.07	Samā’il
Cinema ticket	$4.50	$5.52	Samā’il
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$273	$352	Samā’il
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$190	$245	Samā’il
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$570	$735	Samā’il
Total single-person budget	$599	$747	Samā’il
Average net salary	$1,767	$2,166

Verdict

Samā’il is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in 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 Samā’il · Full cost of living in Muscat

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samā’il cheaper than Muscat?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $599 per month in Samā’il versus $747 in Muscat — about 25% less.

How far is Samā’il from Muscat?

The straight-line distance between Samā’il and Muscat is approximately 71 km (44 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Samā’il or Muscat?

The estimated average net salary is $1,767 in Samā’il and $2,166 in Muscat. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,168 in Samā’il versus $1,419 in Muscat per month.