Is Ras al-Khaimah more expensive than Sharjah?

Ras al-Khaimah is 8.9% more expensive than Sharjah overall. Rent is 14.2% lower, groceries 16.2% more expensive, and restaurants 30.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Sharjah or Ras al-Khaimah?

Sharjah has a purchasing power index of 106.4 while Ras al-Khaimah has 75.7 (NYC = 100). Sharjah offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇦🇪 Sharjah vs 🇦🇪 Ras al-Khaimah

2026

Ras al-Khaimah is 8.9% more expensive

Category	🇦🇪 Sharjah	🇦🇪 Ras al-Khaimah	Difference
Cost of Living	50.3	54.8	+8.9%
Rent	23.9	20.5	-14.2%
Groceries	43.7	50.8	+16.2%
Restaurants	38.2	49.8	+30.4%
Purchasing Power	106.4	75.7	-28.9%

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