Cost of Living in Oman - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Oman
Address: OM

Monthly Cost of Living

Average monthly costs for a single person come to about $716 including rent across Oman.

Estimated average monthly cost for a couple: $1,050 including rent across Oman.

Average monthly costs for a family of three come to about $1,384 including rent across Oman.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$5.21 OMR 2.01

$2.61 OMR 1.00

$10.43 OMR 4.01

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$26.41 OMR 10.16

$17.16 OMR 6.60

$92.4 OMR 35.57

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.85 OMR 3.02

$6.80 OMR 2.62

$10.47 OMR 4.03

Cappuccino

$4.94 OMR 1.90

$2.62 OMR 1.01

$10.49 OMR 4.04

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

$0.79 OMR 0.30

$0.63 OMR 0.24

$2.51 OMR 0.96

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)

$11.62 OMR 4.47

$5.17 OMR 1.99

$15.50 OMR 5.97

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$12.85 OMR 4.94

$7.79 OMR 3.00

$15.58 OMR 6.00

Milk (1 liter)

$1.88 OMR 0.72

$1.26 OMR 0.49

$2.77 OMR 1.07

White Bread (500g)

$1.19 OMR 0.46

$0.77 OMR 0.29

$2.55 OMR 0.98

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.79 OMR 0.69

$0.97 OMR 0.37

$2.52 OMR 0.97

Eggs

$2.37 OMR 0.91

$1.55 OMR 0.60

$3.73 OMR 1.44

Local Cheese (1kg)

$4.93 OMR 1.90

$2.04 OMR 0.78

$15.28 OMR 5.88

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.07 OMR 1.95

$2.02 OMR 0.78

$8.83 OMR 3.40

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.79 OMR 3.38

$4.88 OMR 1.88

$15.23 OMR 5.86

Apples (1kg)

$2.42 OMR 0.93

$1.27 OMR 0.49

$3.04 OMR 1.17

Banana (1kg)

$1.72 OMR 0.66

$1.05 OMR 0.40

$2.62 OMR 1.01

Oranges (1kg)

$1.79 OMR 0.69

$1.01 OMR 0.39

$3.03 OMR 1.17

Tomato (1kg)

$1.14 OMR 0.44

$0.64 OMR 0.25

$1.54 OMR 0.59

Potato (1kg)

$1.05 OMR 0.40

$0.66 OMR 0.25

$1.45 OMR 0.56

Onion (1kg)

$1.02 OMR 0.39

$0.66 OMR 0.26

$1.86 OMR 0.72

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.04 OMR 0.40

$0.51 OMR 0.20

$2.54 OMR 0.98

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.54 OMR 0.21

$0.38 OMR 0.14

$0.96 OMR 0.37

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$6.00 OMR 2.31

$5.61 OMR 2.16

$7.66 OMR 2.95

Wine (Bottle)

$15.39 OMR 5.92

$10.26 OMR 3.95

$35.92 OMR 13.83

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$4.37 OMR 1.68

$2.59 OMR 1.00

$5.18 OMR 1.99

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$8.17 OMR 3.15

$4.71 OMR 1.81

$13.63 OMR 5.25

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.32 OMR 0.51

$0.79 OMR 0.31

$1.59 OMR 0.61

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$59.6 OMR 22.93

$52.4 OMR 20.16

$78.6 OMR 30.24

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.80 OMR 1.08

$2.54 OMR 0.98

$3.81 OMR 1.47

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.81 OMR 0.31

$0.54 OMR 0.21

$1.61 OMR 0.62

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.58 OMR 4.07

$7.93 OMR 3.05

$13.22 OMR 5.09

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.64 OMR 0.25

$0.62 OMR 0.24

$0.67 OMR 0.26

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

$21.8K OMR 8,405

$20.8K OMR 8,014

$31.2K OMR 12.0K

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

$21.8K OMR 8,409

$20.0K OMR 7,701

$23.5K OMR 9,060

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

$101 OMR 38.75

$79.4 OMR 30.54

$159 OMR 61.1

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

$39.82 OMR 15.33

$20.91 OMR 8.05

$65.3 OMR 25.14

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$73.6 OMR 28.34

$66.0 OMR 25.39

$92.3 OMR 35.54

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$48.76 OMR 18.77

$25.73 OMR 9.90

$180 OMR 69.3

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$22.38 OMR 8.62

$12.94 OMR 4.98

$31.08 OMR 11.96

Cinema Ticket

$10.17 OMR 3.91

$7.87 OMR 3.03

$13.11 OMR 5.05

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

$194 OMR 74.8

$119 OMR 45.83

$423 OMR 163

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,511 OMR 3,276

$4,641 OMR 1,786

$15.5K OMR 5,955

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$46.37 OMR 17.85

$18.50 OMR 7.12

$106 OMR 40.67

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$39.06 OMR 15.04

$15.73 OMR 6.06

$78.7 OMR 30.29

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$77.1 OMR 29.68

$38.59 OMR 14.85

$129 OMR 49.51

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$74.5 OMR 28.68

$38.40 OMR 14.78

$128 OMR 49.27

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$528 OMR 203

$309 OMR 119

$773 OMR 297

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$361 OMR 139

$257 OMR 99.1

$772 OMR 297

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$967 OMR 372

$512 OMR 197

$1,665 OMR 641

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$635 OMR 245

$388 OMR 149

$1,035 OMR 398

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,239 OMR 862

$1,163 OMR 448

$3,152 OMR 1,213

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,363 OMR 524

$803 OMR 309

$1,784 OMR 687

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,512 OMR 967

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: June 7, 2026

Cost Breakdown

National average salary: $2,910. With average costs at $716, the salary-to-cost ratio is favorable for most workers.

Expect to spend about $181 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant averages $19.00 for two.

Cost Highlights

Overall living costs ($716) is 47% below the global median of $1,344.

Average rent ($110) is 82% below the global median of $626.

Dining out ($19.00) is 60% below the global median of $48.00.

Public transport ($9.00) is 73% below the global median of $33.00.

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	$680	$869	$1,344	$1,785	84.72	98.39
2	Adam	18515	40	$681	$809	$1,696	$1,593	94.73	84.63
3	Al Ghubra	-		$210	$347	$469	$584	204.53	186.93
4	Al-`awabi	-	39	$668	$773	$1,513	$1,586	100.82	95.18
5	Al-Buraimi	-	51	$642	$1,018	$1,345	$1,604	311.93	284.75
6	Al-hamra'	-	40	$740	$822	$1,686	$1,629	91.24	71.97
7	Al-masna'ah	-	40	$660	$818	$1,662	$1,582	-	-
8	Al-qabil	-		$44.63	$46.33	$103	$94.5	73.95	97.71
9	Ar-rustaq	-	48	$548	$968	$1,234	$1,686	118.85	95.18
10	Badiyah	-						52.09	98.56
11	Duqm	12000		$96.4	$97.8	$192	$201	58.67	73.19
12	Ibra	35000	42	$697	$819	$1,403	$1,680	98.19	81.09
13	Izki	20000	40	$646	$800	$1,703	$1,592	212.78	84.63
14	Madinat As Sultan Qaboos	-	40	$655	$800	$1,714	$1,598	19.1	186.93
15	Matrah	-		$205	$223	$529	$506	18.34	186.93
16	Muscat	1090797	67	$710	$1,328	$2,006	$2,560	16.03	186.93
17	Nizwa	700000		$224	$577	$550	$1,005	307.96	68
18	Ruwi	-		$231	$494	$436	$999	112.31	186.93
19	Saham	140000	40	$758	$820	$1,282	$1,616	74.1	120.26
20	Salalah	178469	56	$915	$1,115	$1,744	$2,224	225.67	108.2
21	Seeb	223000		$259	$289	$611	$625	118.24	195.78
22	Shinas	43312	40	$742	$798	$1,591	$1,610	123.58	88.31
23	Sohar	221605	73	$900	$1,465	$2,237	$2,781	287.68	124.27
24	Sur	120000	54	$766	$1,091	$1,530	$2,069	170.12	117.56

Oman Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 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.

As a lower-cost destination, Oman attracts expats, retirees, and long-term visitors on fixed budgets. Smaller cities are especially wallet-friendly, while bigger centers charge more but remain competitive globally.

Outside the capital and tourist areas, costs in Oman drop fast. Badiyah is one of the best budget options – lower costs without giving up access to essential services and everyday amenities.

$1,000 a month goes far in Oman, especially outside the big cities. It's a realistic single-person budget that covers housing, food, transport, and leisure comfortably.