Is Ras al-Khaimah more expensive than Sharjah?

Ras al-Khaimah is 9.6% more expensive than Sharjah overall. Rent is 14.7% lower, groceries 15.6% more expensive, and restaurants 34.3% more expensive.

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

Sharjah has a purchasing power index of 112.4 while Ras al-Khaimah has 79.7 (NYC = 100). Sharjah offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇦🇪 Sharjah vs 🇦🇪 Ras al-Khaimah

2026

Ras al-Khaimah is 9.6% more expensive

Category	🇦🇪 Sharjah	🇦🇪 Ras al-Khaimah	Difference
Cost of Living	49.8	54.6	+9.6%
Rent	23.2	19.8	-14.7%
Groceries	44.1	51.0	+15.6%
Restaurants	37.6	50.5	+34.3%
Purchasing Power	112.4	79.7	-29.1%

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