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At a Glance
How Qatar compares across key indices
Cost of Living
51 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
85/100
Healthcare
74/100
Quality of Life
185/200
Climate
35/100
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Qatar
Cost of Living
51
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
38
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
42
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
58
100 = NYC dining
City Costs Comparison
Doha
Cheapest$2,918/mo
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Qatar β based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
85/100
Crime Index
15/100
Lower is better
Crime Trend
40/100
Mixed perception
Walking Safety
5 point drop from day to night
Problem Severity
0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem
What Residents Worry About
Based on 407 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.
Cities in Qatar
Qatar has 1 city with Numbeo data. Doha has the lowest estimated monthly cost at $2,918. Doha leads on safety, scoring 85/100. Doha ranks highest for quality of life at 167/200.
Doha
$2,918/mo
Doha
85/100
Doha
167/200
Doha
74/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doha | $2,918 | 85/100 | 167/200 | 74/100 | 60 |
Data from Numbeo. Monthly cost estimates are for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Qatar
Healthcare Index
74/100
Quality Breakdown
How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality
Based on 158 survey responses
Insurance Coverage
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Qatar
Pollution Index
61/100
Lower is better
Environmental Quality
Concerns
0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern
Based on 168 survey responses. Perception scores are 0β100 where higher is better unless noted.
Transport & Commute
How people get around in Qatar
Average One-Way Commute
29minutes
Short
Traffic Index
135
Moderate congestion
Inefficiency
151
Time wasted in traffic
CO2 Emissions
7.3kg/trip
How People Commute
Based on 133 survey responses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Qatar, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Qatar?
Qatar has a cost of living index of 51 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $2,918 in Doha.
Is Qatar safe for expats?
Qatar has a safety index of 85/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Doha scores highest on safety at 85/100.
What is the best city in Qatar for expats and digital nomads?
Doha ranks highest for quality of life in Qatar, scoring 167/200 on Numbeo's quality of life index. Monthly costs there run around $2,918/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Qatar?
Qatar scores 74/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it good by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.
Is Qatar cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Qatar's cost of living is roughly 49% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 62% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
Before You Go
Your pre-departure checklist for Qatar
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