{"id":7051,"date":"2022-12-14T13:06:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-14T13:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/?p=7051"},"modified":"2024-09-11T06:22:02","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T06:22:02","slug":"cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart","title":{"rendered":"Steps of Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi to follow in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located on an island in the Persian Gulf, Abu Dhabi attracts residents from all around the world. The affordable <\/span>cost of living in Abu Dhabi<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, zero income tax, high security, and good quality of life are the primary reasons behind the growing popularity of this emirate. Its stunning beaches, world-class shopping destinations, and thriving nightlife further add to the allure of living here. No wonder this emirate is a top destination for expats who want to live in the UAE. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you thinking about relocating to this city? Here\u2019s a breakdown of the <\/span>monthly expenses in Abu Dhabi<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that can help you to plan well.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" area-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-6a04dd3484e5b\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Accommodation_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Cost of Accommodation in Abu Dhabi\">Cost of Accommodation in Abu Dhabi<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Housing\" title=\"Housing\">Housing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Groceries\" title=\"Groceries\">Groceries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Utilities\" title=\"Utilities\">Utilities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Transportation_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Cost of Transportation in Abu Dhabi\">Cost of Transportation in Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Schooling_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Cost of Schooling in Abu Dhabi\">Cost of Schooling in Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Health_Insurance_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Cost of Health Insurance in Abu Dhabi\">Cost of Health Insurance in Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Food_and_Clothing_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Cost of Food and Clothing in Abu Dhabi\">Cost of Food and Clothing in Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Entertainment_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Cost of Entertainment in Abu Dhabi\">Cost of Entertainment in Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Househelp_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Cost of Househelp in Abu Dhabi\">Cost of Househelp in Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Average_Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Average Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi\">Average Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_vs_Dubai\" title=\"Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi vs Dubai\">Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi vs Dubai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_With_Rent\" title=\"Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi With Rent\">Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi With Rent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_Without_Rent\" title=\"Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi Without Rent\">Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi Without Rent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_With_Family\" title=\"Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi With Family\">Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi With Family<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_for_a_Couple\" title=\"Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi for a Couple\">Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi for a Couple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Frequently_Asked_Question_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Do_you_need_to_learn_Arabic_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Do you need to learn Arabic in Abu Dhabi?\">Do you need to learn Arabic in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Is_it_too_hot_in_Abu_Dhabi_UAE\" title=\"Is it too hot in Abu Dhabi, UAE?\">Is it too hot in Abu Dhabi, UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#What_is_the_average_cost_of_living_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"What is the average cost of living in Abu Dhabi?\">What is the average cost of living in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#What_things_are_expensive_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"What things are expensive in Abu Dhabi?\">What things are expensive in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#What_things_are_cheap_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"What things are cheap in Abu Dhabi?\">What things are cheap in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#How_easyhard_is_obtaining_a_driving_licence_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"How easy\/hard is obtaining a driving licence in Abu Dhabi?\">How easy\/hard is obtaining a driving licence in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-abu-dhabi-livart\/#Is_salary_really_tax-free_in_Abu_Dhabi\" title=\"Is salary really tax-free in Abu Dhabi?\">Is salary really tax-free in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Typical_Monthly_Living_Expenses_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical Monthly Living Expenses in Abu Dhabi<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7070 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Monthly-Living-Expenses-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg\" alt=\"Monthly Living Expenses in Abu Dhabi\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Monthly-Living-Expenses-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Monthly-Living-Expenses-in-Abu-Dhabi-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Monthly-Living-Expenses-in-Abu-Dhabi-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living in Abu Dhabi is a matchless experience. The city offers all sorts of facilities needed for leading a comfortable lifestyle. Let\u2019s take a look at the <\/span>cost of living in Abu Dhabi in 2022:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Accommodation_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost of Accommodation in Abu Dhabi<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to <\/span>monthly expenses in Abu Dhabi<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the cost of accommodation will form a major part of it. Your housing expense can vary based on your lifestyle and the type of property you select. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, if you go for a modest one-bedroom residence in Abu Dhabi, you can expect to spend less on monthly rent than a spacious high-end apartment. Your accommodation cost will also depend on whether you opt for a furnished or an unfurnished apartment and its premium amenities, such as a garden, private swimming pool, etc. Generally, rented properties outside the city centre cost less than those in the city centre.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s how much you may have to spend every month as your <\/span>cost of living in Abu Dhabi<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> every month:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: circle; text-align: justify;\">\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Housing\"><\/span>Housing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abu Dhabi offers a wide variety of accommodation options. These range from affordable apartments to luxurious villas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7071\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Housing.jpg\" alt=\"Abu dhabi Housing\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Housing.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Housing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Housing-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average annual rent in Abu Dhabi for high-end and lower-end apartments is as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 98.1426%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 34.2707%; text-align: center;\"><b>Type of Apartment<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 30.9315%; text-align: center;\"><b>High-End Apartment<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 76.4499%; text-align: center;\"><b>Lower-End Apartment<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 34.2707%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studio Apartment<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 30.9315%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$15,024<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 76.4499%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8,160<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 34.2707%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One-Bedroom Apartment<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 30.9315%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$29,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 76.4499%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$17,900<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 34.2707%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two-Bedroom Apartment<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 30.9315%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$41,690<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 76.4499%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$25,860<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 34.2707%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three-Bedroom Apartment<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 30.9315%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$54,620<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 76.4499%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$33,730<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: circle; text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Groceries\"><\/span>Groceries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7072 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Groceries.jpg\" alt=\"Abu dhabi Groceries Market\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Groceries.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Groceries-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Groceries-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where you shop for groceries can impact your overall <\/span>cost of living in Abu Dhabi<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Supermarket chains such as Choithrams and Waitrose are on the higher end of the price curve. They can be more expensive to shop from as compared to shopping destinations like Carrefour and Lulu. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a single person, your average monthly grocery expense can be around $150 if you follow a strict budget. If you are a family of four that purchases imported food items regularly, your monthly grocery bill can be as high as $1090.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: circle; text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Utilities\"><\/span>Utilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While calculating your <\/span>cost of living in Abu Dhabi 2022<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will have to consider expenses for daily utilities, such as a water connection, electricity, a TV, an internet connection, mobile plans, etc. The cost of your utilities will depend on the level of your consumption. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a single person residing in a studio apartment, the minimum monthly expense for utility bills will be around $136. This cost can increase to around $410 for a family of three living in a 3-bedroom villa. If you have a garden or a swimming pool to maintain, your <\/span>cost of living in Abu Dhabi <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">will be even higher.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Transportation_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost of Transportation in Abu Dhabi<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7073 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Transportation-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg\" alt=\"Cost of Transportation in Abu Dhabi\" width=\"1000\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Transportation-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Transportation-in-Abu-Dhabi-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Transportation-in-Abu-Dhabi-768x396.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Petrol is comparatively cheap in Abu Dhabi, and you can use a private car to move around comfortably. Abu Dhabi also has a robust public transportation system. You can avail a taxi or bus service for daily transportation. Buying a monthly pass for public bus transport will enable you to travel conveniently all month long.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Schooling_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Cost of Schooling in Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of schooling in Abu Dhabi depends on the type of school and curriculum. Abu Dhabi has three different types of schools. They are national schools, international schools, and the Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC) schools. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average school fees in Abu Dhabi<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> range from $600 to $26300 per year<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This cost excludes fees for admission, books, school uniform, and transportation.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Health_Insurance_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Cost of Health Insurance in Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abu Dhabi has a mandatory rule for sponsors and employers to provide health insurance for their dependents and employees, respectively. Medical insurance costs depend on the benefits and coverage provided by the insurance plan.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A basic health insurance plan in Abu Dhabi for a single individual cost around $163.36. A comprehensive plan for a family of four from a reputed provider starts from around $5445. If you want a premium plan for a family of four, you may have to pay <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">around $17700<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Food_and_Clothing_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Cost of Food and Clothing in Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The expenses for food and clothing will depend on your lifestyle preferences. For instance, if you prefer wearing branded clothes or dining at fancy restaurants, you will have to spend a handsome amount on such things. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you consume locally produced goods at home or eat out at ethnic-style restaurants, you will need to spend less. Buying clothes from downtown shops and Carrefour rather than high-end shopping malls will also help you keep your <\/span>cost of living in Abu Dhabi <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">low.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The table below offers a glimpse of the cost of a few common clothing items in Abu Dhabi:<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 98.8869%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7592%; text-align: center;\"><b>Clothing Items<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 123.045%; text-align: center;\"><b>Average Cost<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7592%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Pair of Branded Jeans<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 123.045%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$57.48<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7592%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Summer Dress in a Reputed Chain Store<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 123.045%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$45.78<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.7592%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Pair of Branded Shoes (mid-range)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 123.045%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$82.50<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Entertainment_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Cost of Entertainment in Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7074 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Yas-island-Entertainment-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg\" alt=\"Yas island- Entertainment in Abu Dhabi\" width=\"1000\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Yas-island-Entertainment-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Yas-island-Entertainment-in-Abu-Dhabi-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Yas-island-Entertainment-in-Abu-Dhabi-768x390.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abu Dhabi offers plenty of options to enjoy leisure activities and have fun-filled weekends. You can explore a plethora of indoor and outdoor attractions, including cinemas, parks, cafes, restaurants, music concerts, and more. You can even enrol for a yearly membership in a gym. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a table offering an idea about the cost of various entertainment options in Abu Dhabi:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 85.8007%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><b>Leisure Activities and Eating Out<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><b>Cost<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Movie Ticket<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$12.25 per person<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gym Membership<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$68 per month<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tennis Court Rent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$29.20 per hour<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meal for one at an affordable restaurant<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8.15<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meal for two at a mid-range restaurant<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$54.45<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meal for two at a fine-dining restaurant<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$135-$275<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A McDonald\u2019s Meal (Standard)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8.71<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Domestic Beer (0.5 litre)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$11<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imported Beer (0.33 litre)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$10.50<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water (0.33 litre)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$0.32<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 67.2209%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold Drink<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 98.3696%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.00<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Househelp_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Cost of Househelp in Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiring a full-time housekeeper in Abu Dhabi can be an expensive affair. If you hire a househelp through a cleaning service centre, you will have to pay a one-time agency fee apart from the monthly fees. A full-time househelp usually charges between $410 to $1360 per month, depending on the workload. A part-time househelp will cost $8 to $15 per hour.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Average_Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Average Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7075 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Average-Cost-of-Living-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg\" alt=\"Average Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Average-Cost-of-Living-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Average-Cost-of-Living-in-Abu-Dhabi-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Average-Cost-of-Living-in-Abu-Dhabi-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a look at the average <\/span>cost of living in Abu Dhabi<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> per month. Note that the prices may change depending on the service provider and the product.<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 98.511%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 59.4063%; text-align: center;\"><b>Accommodation Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 104.507%; text-align: center;\"><b>Monthly Cost<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 59.4063%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One-bedroom apartment in the city centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 104.507%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2430<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 59.4063%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One-bedroom apartment outside the city centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 104.507%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1690<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 59.4063%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three-bedroom apartment in the city centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 104.507%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2575<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 59.4063%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three-bedroom apartment outside the city centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 104.507%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1976<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to groceries, your monthly cost for this segment will depend upon two factors. The first is the place from which you purchase the groceries, and the second is your consumption level.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 79.2784%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><b>Grocery Items<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><b>Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken Breast (1 kg)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$7.36<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs (Regular, 12)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2.81<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milk (1 litre)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.74\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local Cheese (1 kg)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$9.03\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loaf of White Bread<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.30\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potatoes (1 kg)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomatoes (1 kg)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.37\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Onions (1 kg)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$0.91\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apples (1 kg)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2.15\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oranges (1 kg)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.68\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 69.9552%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White Rice (1 kg)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 214.798%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.85\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility bills are something that you can&#8217;t avoid. So, you will have to include this basic expense in your monthly budget.<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 85.5288%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.6134%;\"><b>Utilities<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.9409%; text-align: center;\"><b>Expenses (Per Month)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.6134%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility Bills for a basic apartment of around 900 sq. ft. (Water, Electricity, Colling, etc.)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.9409%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$146<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.6134%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TV and Internet Connection Basic Package<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.9409%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$106<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.6134%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TV and Internet Connection Premium Package<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.9409%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$144+<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.6134%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile Post-paid Basic Plan<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.9409%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$34<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 52.6134%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile Post-paid Premium Plan<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.9409%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$136+<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your transportation cost will depend on your mode of travel and the distance covered. The frequency of travel will also impact the final cost calculation.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 84.982%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 55.7625%;\"><b>Transportation Service<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 107.175%; text-align: center;\"><b>Cost<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 55.7625%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Petrol<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 107.175%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$0.85\/litre<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 55.7625%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard Taxi Rate<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 107.175%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$3.27 + $0.50\/km<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 55.7625%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local City Bus Service<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 107.175%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$0.54<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 55.7625%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suburb Bus Service<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 107.175%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$0.54 + $0.014\/km<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 55.7625%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intercity Bus Service<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 107.175%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$2.72 + $0.027\/km<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 55.7625%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hafliat Card (Monthly Public Bus Pass)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 107.175%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$21.78<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a parent, you will have to set aside a certain amount every month as a schooling expense.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 84.6691%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 54.9435%;\"><b>Schooling<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 142.751%; text-align: center;\"><b>Cost (1 Child)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 54.9435%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preschool<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 142.751%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$580 per month<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 54.9435%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Primary School<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 142.751%; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$10,000 per year<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_vs_Dubai\"><\/span><b>Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi vs Dubai<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average <\/span>cost of living in Abu Dhabi vs Dubai<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> does not differ much. You can expect the average housing rent to be higher in Abu Dhabi, while the cost of transportation, schooling, and utilities can be slightly higher in Dubai. Ultimately, how much you spend will depend on your lifestyle choices. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average cost of living per month in Dubai vs. Abu Dhabi is defined in the following article. Find the link below to get a detailed understanding of the cost expense.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_With_Rent\"><\/span>Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi With Rent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average cost of living in Abu Dhabi with rent for a single person will be around $1,034 to $1,525. This includes the cost of groceries and essential utilities. The calculation does not include primary healthcare, schooling expenses, etc. In other words, this amount of money is the average you will need to lead a simple lifestyle in Abu Dhabi.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_Without_Rent\"><\/span>Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi Without Rent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7076 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Living-in-Abu-Dhabi-Without-Rent.jpg\" alt=\"Living in Abu Dhabi Without Rent\" width=\"1000\" height=\"451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Living-in-Abu-Dhabi-Without-Rent.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Living-in-Abu-Dhabi-Without-Rent-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Living-in-Abu-Dhabi-Without-Rent-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average cost of living in Abu Dhabi without rent for a single person will be around $395 to $505. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The housing rental charge is one of the largest monthly expenses in Abu Dhabi. If your company takes care of this expense, you will enjoy a better lifestyle in Abu Dhabi than when you have to bear the housing rent yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_With_Family\"><\/span>Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi With Family<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average cost for a family of four in Abu Dhabi will be around $3,565 to $5,118. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, you have to remember that every family has its individual needs. So, the monthly expense will vary based on all those factors. For instance, if two kids in a family go to school, their monthly expenses will be higher than those of a family where just one kid goes to school and the younger one is yet to start schooling.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Living_in_Abu_Dhabi_for_a_Couple\"><\/span>Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi for a Couple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a couple, the average cost of living in Abu Dhabi will be about $1,580 to $2,100. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But this cost can vary depending on how a couple prefers to live their lives. For instance, if a couple dines out every weekend at high-end restaurants, they will have to spend more than a couple who prefer doing so only once a month and that too in a budget restaurant.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Final Words<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abu Dhabi is a peaceful city with friendly people. This emirate welcomes people from all over the world. The city offers enough scope to live within your means. 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But knowing the language will help you communicate more efficiently. It will also give you a better understanding of the place's culture. This will help you enjoy an immersive experience while living in Abu Dhabi. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_too_hot_in_Abu_Dhabi_UAE\"><\/span>Is it too hot in Abu Dhabi, UAE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAbu Dhabi has a dry climate with high humidity and hot temperatures. The temperature can rise to 42 \u00b0C and above during the summer, which extends from April to October. Like most other emirates in the UAE, the emirate also gets very little yearly rainfall.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_average_cost_of_living_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>What is the average cost of living in Abu Dhabi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe average cost of living in Abu Dhabi for a single person will be around $1,034 to $1,525. 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However, you may have to pay customs duty to buy such things and take them to your native country.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_things_are_cheap_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>What things are cheap in Abu Dhabi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSome of the cheap things in Abu Dhabi include carpets, perfumes, jewels, crockery, and cooking utensils. Gold items are also cheap in Abu Dhabi. Aside from these, you can get good deals on Afghan shawls in Abu Dhabi. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_easyhard_is_obtaining_a_driving_licence_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>How easy\/hard is obtaining a driving licence in Abu Dhabi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tObtaining a driving licence in Abu Dhabi isn\u2019t a tough job. If you have the required driving skills and follow the rules, you can get your licence on the first try. If you fail to get a license on the first attempt, you can do so after completing additional training classes and taking a road test. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_salary_really_tax-free_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Is salary really tax-free in Abu Dhabi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, salaries are tax-free in Abu Dhabi. At present, there is no personal income tax in the UAE. 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