Cost of Living in Oman - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Oman
Address: OM

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $808 (excluding rent), and $1,282 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,785 (excluding rent), and $2,535 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$5.22 OMR 2.00

$2.61 OMR 1.00

$10.43 OMR 4.01

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$25.90 OMR 9.95

$16.83 OMR 6.46

$90.7 OMR 34.81

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.92 OMR 3.04

$6.87 OMR 2.64

$10.57 OMR 4.06

Cappuccino

$4.85 OMR 1.86

$2.57 OMR 0.99

$10.30 OMR 3.95

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.85 OMR 0.33

$0.68 OMR 0.26

$2.71 OMR 1.04

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.30 OMR 0.12

$0.27 OMR 0.10

$0.68 OMR 0.26

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$11.57 OMR 4.44

$5.14 OMR 1.97

$15.43 OMR 5.92

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$13.09 OMR 5.03

$7.94 OMR 3.05

$15.88 OMR 6.10

Milk (1 liter)

$1.97 OMR 0.75

$1.32 OMR 0.51

$2.90 OMR 1.11

White Bread (500g)

$1.24 OMR 0.48

$0.80 OMR 0.31

$2.66 OMR 1.02

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.82 OMR 0.70

$0.99 OMR 0.38

$2.57 OMR 0.99

Eggs

$2.33 OMR 0.89

$1.53 OMR 0.59

$3.67 OMR 1.41

Local Cheese (1kg)

$5.15 OMR 1.98

$2.13 OMR 0.82

$15.98 OMR 6.14

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.31 OMR 2.04

$2.11 OMR 0.81

$9.24 OMR 3.55

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.99 OMR 3.45

$4.99 OMR 1.92

$15.58 OMR 5.98

Apples (1kg)

$2.55 OMR 0.98

$1.34 OMR 0.51

$3.21 OMR 1.23

Banana (1kg)

$1.73 OMR 0.66

$1.05 OMR 0.40

$2.63 OMR 1.01

Oranges (1kg)

$1.87 OMR 0.72

$1.06 OMR 0.41

$3.18 OMR 1.22

Tomato (1kg)

$1.17 OMR 0.45

$0.66 OMR 0.25

$1.59 OMR 0.61

Potato (1kg)

$1.07 OMR 0.41

$0.67 OMR 0.26

$1.47 OMR 0.56

Onion (1kg)

$1.03 OMR 0.39

$0.67 OMR 0.26

$1.87 OMR 0.72

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.09 OMR 0.42

$0.53 OMR 0.21

$2.67 OMR 1.03

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.54 OMR 0.21

$0.38 OMR 0.15

$0.97 OMR 0.37

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$5.98 OMR 2.29

$5.59 OMR 2.15

$7.63 OMR 2.93

Wine (Bottle)

$17.39 OMR 6.68

$10.23 OMR 3.93

$35.79 OMR 13.74

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$4.51 OMR 1.73

$2.67 OMR 1.03

$5.35 OMR 2.05

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$8.18 OMR 3.14

$4.71 OMR 1.81

$13.65 OMR 5.24

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.27 OMR 0.49

$0.76 OMR 0.29

$1.53 OMR 0.59

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$59.4 OMR 22.79

$52.2 OMR 20.04

$78.3 OMR 30.05

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.91 OMR 1.12

$2.65 OMR 1.02

$3.97 OMR 1.53

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.76 OMR 0.29

$0.51 OMR 0.20

$1.53 OMR 0.59

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.29 OMR 3.95

$7.72 OMR 2.96

$12.86 OMR 4.94

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.63 OMR 0.24

$0.61 OMR 0.24

$0.66 OMR 0.25

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$21.5K OMR 8,262

$20.5K OMR 7,878

$30.8K OMR 11.8K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$22.1K OMR 8,484

$20.2K OMR 7,770

$23.8K OMR 9,141

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$97.8 OMR 37.56

$77.1 OMR 29.61

$154 OMR 59.2

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$39.87 OMR 15.31

$20.94 OMR 8.04

$65.4 OMR 25.12

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$72.0 OMR 27.66

$64.5 OMR 24.78

$90.3 OMR 34.69

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$49.46 OMR 18.99

$26.10 OMR 10.02

$183 OMR 70.1

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$22.19 OMR 8.52

$12.83 OMR 4.93

$30.81 OMR 11.83

Cinema Ticket

$10.07 OMR 3.87

$7.79 OMR 2.99

$12.98 OMR 4.99

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$193 OMR 74.0

$118 OMR 45.38

$420 OMR 161

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,703 OMR 3,342

$4,746 OMR 1,823

$15.8K OMR 6,075

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$44.75 OMR 17.18

$17.85 OMR 6.86

$102 OMR 39.16

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$39.04 OMR 14.99

$15.72 OMR 6.04

$78.6 OMR 30.20

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$79.3 OMR 30.44

$39.66 OMR 15.23

$132 OMR 50.8

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$76.2 OMR 29.26

$39.27 OMR 15.08

$131 OMR 50.3

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$538 OMR 207

$315 OMR 121

$788 OMR 303

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$362 OMR 139

$258 OMR 99.0

$774 OMR 297

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$991 OMR 381

$525 OMR 202

$1,706 OMR 655

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$650 OMR 250

$397 OMR 152

$1,059 OMR 407

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,208 OMR 848

$1,187 OMR 456

$3,219 OMR 1,236

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,351 OMR 519

$797 OMR 306

$1,769 OMR 679

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,357 OMR 905

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.06

3.3

6.5

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 13, 2026

By City in Oman

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	'ibri	116416	43	$731	$849	$1,353	$1,838	119.48	93.75
2	Adam	18515	41	$693	$818	$1,357	$1,588	21.1	79.88
3	Al Ghubra	-		$233	$352	$490	$591	110.9	166.51
4	Al-Buraimi	-	51	$616	$1,030	$1,589	$1,643	28.54	289.09
5	Al-`awabi	-	40	$704	$775	$1,550	$1,602	16.94	94.68
6	Al-hamra'	-	41	$622	$820	$1,418	$1,639	152.83	71.77
7	Al-masna'ah	-	41	$726	$798	$1,364	$1,592	-	-
8	Al-qabil	-		$48.89	$46.87	$88.3	$93.7	14.16	96.36
9	Ar-rustaq	-	48	$619	$952	$1,449	$1,676	93.17	94.68
10	Badiyah	-						79.85	97.18
11	Duqm	12000		$108	$98.7	$192	$196	57.85	69.06
12	Ibra	35000	42	$820	$835	$1,467	$1,711	93.95	83.47
13	Izki	20000	41	$693	$807	$1,550	$1,616	4.16	79.88
14	Madinat As Sultan Qaboos	-	41	$802	$826	$1,333	$1,591	90.3	166.51
15	Matrah	-		$234	$223	$535	$505	23.55	166.51
16	Muscat	1090797	67	$816	$1,347	$1,738	$2,566	17.41	166.51
17	Nizwa	700000		$270	$585	$558	$997	208.11	66.12
18	Ruwi	-		$215	$500	$476	$1,015	74.06	166.51
19	Saham	140000	41	$730	$826	$1,663	$1,601	31.64	113.43
20	Salalah	178469	56	$887	$1,093	$1,540	$2,222	454.36	100.43
21	Seeb	223000		$331	$287	$712	$636	232.44	185.41
22	Shinas	43312	41	$717	$805	$1,322	$1,619	71.95	62.87
23	Sohar	221605	73	$1,006	$1,437	$1,844	$2,771	113.74	112.13
24	Sur	120000	55	$758	$1,075	$1,460	$2,014	61.62	102.34

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Cost of Living in Oman - Frequently Asked Questions

You’ll find a thoughtful balance between comfort and cost in Oman, with quality services and scenic options. Local eateries and markets offer affordable meals, while international brands in cities can feel pricier. Housing scales with location and lifestyle – central expat hubs tend to be more expensive but convenient for work and social life, while inland towns offer lower rents. Cost of Living in Oman reflects that mix and rewards practical budgeting and seasonal adjustments. Lifestyle choices, transport habits, and how often you travel for weekends shape your real value. Tip: Start with a core neighborhood and compare nearby areas across seasons.

Practical daily life in Oman blends modern amenities with local flavor. When housing search, consider core areas in Muscat like Al Khuwair or Qurum for easy access to work, or quieter suburbs for lower rents. Food options range from vibrant souks with fresh produce to international supermarkets; many neighborhoods have cafés and quick-dining spots nearby. Transport favors a car or ride-hailing, while some areas offer limited public transit. Co-working spaces and hotel business lounges support remote work. Oman living cost varies by area, so tailor your choices to your routine. Tip: Do a two-week trial in two neighborhoods.

Quality of life in Oman comes down to planning and choice. Use a simple budgeting framework: list essentials, allocate a comfortable share to groceries and utilities, and keep a buffer for occasional adventures. Seasonality matters: summers are intense inland, coastal breezes and khareef in the south change routines and travel plans. Neighborhood fit matters: expat compounds offer social networks and predictable amenities, while authentic local neighborhoods deliver markets, mosques, and shorter commutes. Build a flexible routine that matches your work rhythm, visa requirements, and preferred pace of life. Tip: rotate your base every few months to test different areas and find long-term fit.