United Arab Emirates vs United Arab Emirates · 104 km apart
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single / month
Cheaper overallUnited Arab Emirates
single / month
| Expense | Al Fujayrah | Dubai | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $9.30 | $12.09 | Al Fujayrah |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $37.20 | $48.36 | Al Fujayrah |
| Cappuccino | $2.79 | $3.63 | Al Fujayrah |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $211 | $274 | Al Fujayrah |
| Monthly public transport pass | $34.10 | $44.33 | Al Fujayrah |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $89.90 | $117 | Al Fujayrah |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $26.04 | $33.85 | Al Fujayrah |
| Fitness club membership | $26.04 | $33.85 | Al Fujayrah |
| Cinema ticket | $6.82 | $8.87 | Al Fujayrah |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $633 | $878 | Al Fujayrah |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $440 | $611 | Al Fujayrah |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,320 | $1,832 | Al Fujayrah |
| Total single-person budget | $1,060 | $1,417 | Al Fujayrah |
| Average net salary | $3,600 | $4,680 |
Al Fujayrah is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Al Fujayrah runs about $1,060 versus $1,417 in Dubai — a difference of roughly 34%.
Salary-adjusted, Dubai 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 Fujayrah · Full cost of living in Dubai