Muscat, Oman, Oman — cost of living
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Muscat, Oman

About Muscat, Oman

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$718
Family of 4 / mo
$1,850
Avg salary (after tax)
$2,481

Muscat is the beautiful capital city of Oman , located along the coast of the Arabian Sea. It is known for its stunning architecture, with white-washed buildings and colorful markets. The city is surrounded by mountains and deserts, making its landscape very unique.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $67.64
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $52.23
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $119.87
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $113.79

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $12.99
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $2,478

Food - Beverages

  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $15.77
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.27
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.47
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $15.77
  • CappuccinoUSD $6.62

Food - Dining

  • Fast Food ComboUSD $8.75
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $52.52
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $8.23

Food - Grocery

  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.79
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $2.39
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.94
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.96
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.71
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $9.53
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $7.77
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $12.21
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.4
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.57
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.57
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.83
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $28.03
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $8.39
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.43
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.3
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.79

Housing

  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $945.4
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $590.26
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,624
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,083
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $243.4
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $177.64

Leisure

  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $29.32
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $12.26
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $298.29
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $11,339
  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $75.58

Transportation

  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $28,012
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $25,255
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $6.99
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.74
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $70.03
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $17.51
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.56

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $104.36
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $103.3

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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