Is Muscat more expensive than Kuwait City?

Muscat is 0.4% more expensive than Kuwait City overall. Rent is 36.4% lower, groceries 23.2% more expensive, and restaurants 22.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Kuwait City or Muscat?

Kuwait City has a purchasing power index of 107.5 while Muscat has 111.5 (NYC = 100). Muscat offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇰🇼 Kuwait City vs 🇴🇲 Muscat

2026

Muscat is 0.4% more expensive

Category	🇰🇼 Kuwait City	🇴🇲 Muscat	Difference
Cost of Living	45.2	45.4	+0.4%
Rent	22.5	14.3	-36.4%
Groceries	35.3	43.5	+23.2%
Restaurants	53.5	41.7	-22.1%
Purchasing Power	107.5	111.5	+3.7%

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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