Cost of Living in Oman 2026 — Rent, Food, Tax & BudgetAll figures are shown in EUR for comparability. The local currency of Oman is the Omani rial (OMR).
Monthly Living Costs in Oman
Average prices from our cost dataset, re-checked on a rolling basis:
1BR Rent
per month, city average
3BR Rent
per month, city average
Groceries
per month, single person
Transport
per month, public transit pass
Utilities
per month, basic apartment
Meal Out
typical price per meal
Monthly budget (single person): €1,085 (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities)
Monthly budget (couple): €1,400 (shared 1-bedroom rent, two of everything else)
These are national averages — actual costs vary by city and lifestyle.
How Expensive Is Oman Overall?
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (market data; higher = more expensive) | 47.3 |
| Rent index | 13.2 |
| Groceries index | 42.4 |
| Restaurant price index | 41.8 |
| Local purchasing-power index (higher = stronger) | 152.7 |
| Price level index (World Bank, 2024; US = 100) | 48.6 |
| Property price-to-income ratio | 3.8 |
Salaries by Sector
Typical gross annual salaries in Oman from our sector dataset:
| Sector | Typical gross annual (EUR) |
|---|---|
| IT & Software | €35,000 |
| Engineering | €32,000 |
| Finance | €31,000 |
| Healthcare | €28,000 |
| Construction | €24,000 |
| Education | €19,000 |
| Hospitality | €15,000 |
| Retail | €14,000 |
Taxes in Oman
Headline tax figures that shape your take-home pay:
| Tax | Rate / amount |
|---|---|
| Effective income tax at €90k gross | 0% |
| Net monthly pay at €90k gross | €6,233 |
| VAT / sales tax | 5% |
| Top personal income-tax rate | 25% |
Worked example: on a €90,000 gross salary, net pay is about €6,233 per month. After rent and essentials (€1,085), roughly €5,148 per month is left for savings and discretionary spending.
How Oman Compares to Its Neighbours
| Country | 1BR Rent | Groceries | Transport | Cost index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oman | €650 | €280 | €35 | 47.3 |
| Saudi Arabia | €850 | €250 | €60 | 49.9 |
| United Arab Emirates | €1,850 | €450 | €125 | 69.8 |
| Yemen | €120 | €85 | €5 | 38 |
Quality of Life Metrics
Beyond cost, these factors shape everyday life in Oman:
Safety index
Healthcare index
Internet speed
English proficiency
Life expectancy
Expat satisfaction
What It Costs to Get In: Visas & Residence
We track 8 residence and visa routes for Oman — see the full Oman visa programme list.
Lowest documented income requirement among tracked routes: €20 per month — Temporary Work Visa (work route). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
Our engine estimates a minimum financial viability of €1,085 per month to sustain a move to Oman.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oman expensive?
Oman has a cost-of-living index of 47.3 (higher = more expensive). A 1-bedroom apartment averages €650 per month and a single person spends about €1,085 per month on rent plus essentials.
How much money do I need per month in Oman?
About €1,085 per month covers rent and essentials for a single person (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities). A couple sharing a 1-bedroom apartment needs about €1,400 per month.
What is the average rent in Oman?
A 1-bedroom apartment averages €650 per month and a 3-bedroom apartment averages €1,100 per month in Oman. Prices vary significantly between city centres and smaller towns.
What do people earn in Oman?
Typical gross annual salaries in Oman range from €14,000 (Retail) to €35,000 (IT & Software), based on our sector dataset.
Which residence route has the lowest income requirement for Oman?
Among the 8 Oman residence routes we track, the lowest documented income requirement is €20 per month (Temporary Work Visa). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
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