2.3% above the United Arab Emirates average
Ranked #280 of 546 cities · More expensive than 48.7% of cities worldwide
Compared to United Arab Emirates average
Rent Prices
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | AED 5,212/mo ≈ $1,419 | AED 3,909/mo ≈ $1,064 | 25% |
| 3-Bedroom | AED 9,072/mo ≈ $2,470 | AED 6,804/mo ≈ $1,853 | 25% |
Abu Dhabi is average by global standards (ranked #280 of 546 cities). It is 2.3% more expensive than the United Arab Emirates average, based on 5 cities.
Groceries are average, while dining out is expensive. Groceries offers the best value, while Restaurants is the priciest.
Local purchasing power is limited — residents can afford fewer goods and services than in most cities.
Workers in United Arab Emirates earning AED 210,222 gross take home AED 17,519/month after tax (0% effective rate). See full United Arab Emirates tax calculator →
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