United Arab Emirates vs United Arab Emirates · 209 km apart
United Arab Emirates
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United Arab Emirates
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Abu Dhabi | Al Fujayrah | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $10.60 | $9.30 | Al Fujayrah |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $42.41 | $37.20 | Al Fujayrah |
| Cappuccino | $3.18 | $2.79 | Al Fujayrah |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $240 | $211 | Al Fujayrah |
| Monthly public transport pass | $38.87 | $34.10 | Al Fujayrah |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $102 | $89.90 | Al Fujayrah |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $29.69 | $26.04 | Al Fujayrah |
| Fitness club membership | $29.69 | $26.04 | Al Fujayrah |
| Cinema ticket | $7.77 | $6.82 | Al Fujayrah |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $745 | $633 | Al Fujayrah |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $518 | $440 | Al Fujayrah |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,555 | $1,320 | Al Fujayrah |
| Total single-person budget | $1,225 | $1,060 | Al Fujayrah |
| Average net salary | $4,104 | $3,600 |
Al Fujayrah is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Abu Dhabi runs about $1,225 versus $1,060 in Al Fujayrah — a difference of roughly 13%.
Salary-adjusted, Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi · Full cost of living in Al Fujayrah