Is Abu Dhabi more expensive than Beirut?

Abu Dhabi is 0.4% more expensive than Beirut overall. Rent is 123.0% higher, groceries 0.6% more expensive, and restaurants 11.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Beirut or Abu Dhabi?

Beirut has a purchasing power index of 32.6 while Abu Dhabi has 92.5 (NYC = 100). Abu Dhabi offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇱🇧 Beirut vs 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi

2026

Abu Dhabi is 0.4% more expensive

Category	🇱🇧 Beirut	🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi	Difference
Cost of Living	55.9	56.1	+0.4%
Rent	21.3	47.5	+123.0%
Groceries	48.6	48.9	+0.6%
Restaurants	54.4	60.4	+11.0%
Purchasing Power	32.6	92.5	+183.7%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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