Cost of Living in Oman - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Oman
Address: OM

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $801 (excluding rent), and $1,258 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,758 (excluding rent), and $2,442 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$5.23 OMR 2.01

$2.61 OMR 1.00

$10.45 OMR 4.01

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$25.96 OMR 9.97

$16.87 OMR 6.48

$90.9 OMR 34.89

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.03 OMR 3.08

$6.96 OMR 2.67

$10.70 OMR 4.11

Cappuccino

$4.93 OMR 1.89

$2.62 OMR 1.00

$10.46 OMR 4.02

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

$0.78 OMR 0.30

$0.62 OMR 0.24

$2.47 OMR 0.95

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)

$11.87 OMR 4.56

$5.28 OMR 2.03

$15.83 OMR 6.08

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$12.82 OMR 4.92

$7.78 OMR 2.99

$15.56 OMR 5.97

Milk (1 liter)

$1.91 OMR 0.74

$1.28 OMR 0.49

$2.82 OMR 1.08

White Bread (500g)

$1.19 OMR 0.46

$0.77 OMR 0.30

$2.57 OMR 0.99

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.83 OMR 0.70

$0.99 OMR 0.38

$2.58 OMR 0.99

Eggs

$2.32 OMR 0.89

$1.52 OMR 0.58

$3.66 OMR 1.41

Local Cheese (1kg)

$5.05 OMR 1.94

$2.09 OMR 0.80

$15.67 OMR 6.02

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.31 OMR 2.04

$2.11 OMR 0.81

$9.25 OMR 3.55

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.74 OMR 3.36

$4.86 OMR 1.87

$15.16 OMR 5.82

Apples (1kg)

$2.43 OMR 0.93

$1.27 OMR 0.49

$3.06 OMR 1.17

Banana (1kg)

$1.73 OMR 0.66

$1.05 OMR 0.40

$2.62 OMR 1.01

Oranges (1kg)

$1.86 OMR 0.71

$1.05 OMR 0.40

$3.15 OMR 1.21

Tomato (1kg)

$1.13 OMR 0.44

$0.64 OMR 0.25

$1.54 OMR 0.59

Potato (1kg)

$1.01 OMR 0.39

$0.63 OMR 0.24

$1.39 OMR 0.53

Onion (1kg)

$1.02 OMR 0.39

$0.67 OMR 0.26

$1.86 OMR 0.72

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.07 OMR 0.41

$0.53 OMR 0.20

$2.63 OMR 1.01

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.54 OMR 0.21

$0.37 OMR 0.14

$0.96 OMR 0.37

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$6.03 OMR 2.32

$5.65 OMR 2.17

$7.70 OMR 2.96

Wine (Bottle)

$15.66 OMR 6.01

$10.44 OMR 4.01

$36.54 OMR 14.03

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$4.41 OMR 1.69

$2.61 OMR 1.00

$5.22 OMR 2.00

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$8.09 OMR 3.11

$4.66 OMR 1.79

$13.49 OMR 5.18

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.32 OMR 0.51

$0.79 OMR 0.30

$1.58 OMR 0.61

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$58.7 OMR 22.52

$51.6 OMR 19.80

$77.3 OMR 29.70

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.93 OMR 1.13

$2.66 OMR 1.02

$4.00 OMR 1.53

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.75 OMR 0.29

$0.50 OMR 0.19

$1.50 OMR 0.58

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.49 OMR 4.03

$7.87 OMR 3.02

$13.11 OMR 5.04

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.60 OMR 0.23

$0.58 OMR 0.22

$0.63 OMR 0.24

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

$21.9K OMR 8,428

$20.9K OMR 8,036

$31.4K OMR 12.1K

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

$22.0K OMR 8,462

$20.2K OMR 7,750

$23.7K OMR 9,118

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

$99.8 OMR 38.32

$78.7 OMR 30.21

$157 OMR 60.4

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

$38.91 OMR 14.94

$20.43 OMR 7.85

$63.8 OMR 24.51

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$72.5 OMR 27.85

$65.0 OMR 24.95

$91.0 OMR 34.92

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$48.49 OMR 18.62

$25.59 OMR 9.83

$179 OMR 68.8

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$22.19 OMR 8.52

$12.83 OMR 4.93

$30.81 OMR 11.83

Cinema Ticket

$10.02 OMR 3.85

$7.76 OMR 2.98

$12.93 OMR 4.96

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

$190 OMR 72.9

$116 OMR 44.69

$414 OMR 159

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,756 OMR 3,362

$4,775 OMR 1,834

$15.9K OMR 6,112

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$45.75 OMR 17.57

$18.25 OMR 7.01

$104 OMR 40.04

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$38.88 OMR 14.93

$15.66 OMR 6.01

$78.3 OMR 30.08

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$78.2 OMR 30.01

$39.11 OMR 15.02

$130 OMR 50.1

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$74.7 OMR 28.69

$38.50 OMR 14.79

$128 OMR 49.29

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$533 OMR 205

$312 OMR 120

$781 OMR 300

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$360 OMR 138

$257 OMR 98.5

$770 OMR 296

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$982 OMR 377

$520 OMR 200

$1,691 OMR 649

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$633 OMR 243

$386 OMR 148

$1,031 OMR 396

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,231 OMR 857

$1,159 OMR 445

$3,142 OMR 1,206

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,376 OMR 528

$811 OMR 312

$1,802 OMR 692

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,420 OMR 929

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: March 2, 2026

By City in Oman

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Highest

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	$695	$838	$1,352	$1,779	119.48	93.75
2	Adam	18515	40	$661	$816	$1,674	$1,613	21.1	79.88
3	Al Ghubra	-		$210	$345	$450	$603	110.9	166.51
4	Al-Buraimi	-	51	$784	$1,008	$1,383	$1,602	28.54	289.09
5	Al-`awabi	-	39	$631	$770	$1,460	$1,550	16.94	94.68
6	Al-hamra'	-	40	$653	$811	$1,439	$1,578	152.83	71.77
7	Al-masna'ah	-	40	$801	$795	$1,528	$1,601	-	-
8	Al-qabil	-		$52.0	$46.88	$81.2	$95.4	14.16	96.36
9	Ar-rustaq	-	48	$622	$933	$1,533	$1,697	93.17	94.68
10	Badiyah	-						79.85	97.18
11	Duqm	12000		$86.7	$98.9	$176	$200	57.85	69.06
12	Ibra	35000	42	$713	$830	$1,689	$1,666	93.95	83.47
13	Izki	20000	40	$598	$792	$1,567	$1,575	4.16	79.88
14	Madinat As Sultan Qaboos	-	40	$661	$804	$1,667	$1,575	90.3	166.51
15	Matrah	-		$236	$227	$449	$514	23.55	166.51
16	Muscat	1090797	67	$824	$1,343	$1,725	$2,626	17.41	166.51
17	Nizwa	700000		$228	$585	$561	$989	208.11	66.12
18	Ruwi	-		$274	$511	$472	$1,016	74.06	166.51
19	Saham	140000	40	$629	$795	$1,405	$1,632	31.64	113.43
20	Salalah	178469	56	$708	$1,128	$1,805	$2,237	454.36	100.43
21	Seeb	223000		$291	$290	$580	$629	232.44	185.41
22	Shinas	43312	40	$763	$793	$1,600	$1,586	71.95	62.87
23	Sohar	221605	73	$1,091	$1,454	$1,854	$2,763	113.74	112.13
24	Sur	120000	54	$714	$1,101	$1,749	$1,997	61.62	102.34

Oman Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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Fixed Broadband

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

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.