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Overview
Qatarš¶š¦
At a Glance
How Qatar compares across key indices
Cost of Living
76 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
55/100
Healthcare
75/100
Quality of Life
120/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Qatar
Cost of Living
76
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
57
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
76
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
79
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Qatar - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
55/100
Crime Index
55/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Qatar
Qatar has 26 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,499 in MadÄ«nat KhalÄ«fah to $1,852 in Doha. Ar RayyÄn leads on safety, scoring 55/100. Ar RayyÄn ranks highest for quality of life at 120/200.
šøMost Affordable
Madīnat Khalīfah
$1,499/mo
Safest
Ar RayyÄn
55/100
Best Quality of Life
Ar RayyÄn
120/200
Best Healthcare
Doha
82/100
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Curated and popular cities first.
26 of 26 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doha | $1,852 | 53/100 | 120/200 | 82/100 | 95 |
| Ar RayyÄn | $1,634 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 77/100 | 95 |
| Lusail | $1,609 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 76/100 | 95 |
| Al MaÅ£Är al āAtÄ«q | $1,532 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 72/100 | 94 |
| Al ManÅÅ«rah | $1,521 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 72/100 | 93 |
| AzĢ§ ZĢ§aāÄyin | $1,506 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Madīnat Khalīfah | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| An Najmah | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Al āUnayzah | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Umm Ghuwaylīnah | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| As Sadd | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Farīj al Amīr | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Farīj Kulayb | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Umm ÅalÄl Muįø©ammad | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Muāaydhir Rawįøat RÄshid | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| As Sulţah al Jadīdah | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Al Wakrah | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Ath ThumÄmah KhamsÅ«n | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Ath ThumÄmah Sabāah wa ArbaāÅ«n | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Ath ThumÄmah Sittah wa ArbaāÅ«n | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Nuāayjah | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Al GhÄnim | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Al Khawr | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Umm LakhbÄ | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Al HilÄl al GharbÄ«yah | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
| Al HilÄl ash SharqÄ«yah | $1,499 | 55/100 | 120/200 | 71/100 | 92 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled 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
Families
Schools
113 verified school profiles across 3 cities in Qatar ā language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Beta Cambridge School
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International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
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American School of Doha
Verified
DOHAAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
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Arab International Academy
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Middle Years
Ib Primary Years
Al Arqam Academy
Verified
DohaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Al Jazeera Academy
Verified
DohaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
89 more verified schools in Qatar are available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as āContact schoolā instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Qatar
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Environment
PollutedAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Qatar
Pollution Index
100/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
75.7ug/m3
Unhealthy
Environmental Quality
Air Quality50/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0ā100 where higher is better unless noted.
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 76 relative to New York City (100). It is comparable in cost to most US cities. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,609 in Lusail and reach $1,852 in Doha.
What is the cheapest city in Qatar for expats?
Lusail is the most affordable city in Qatar in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,609 for a single person including rent. Ar RayyÄn is the next most affordable at $1,634/mo.
Is Qatar safe for expats?
Qatar has a safety index of 55/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Ar RayyÄn scores highest on safety at 55/100.
What is the best city in Qatar for expats and digital nomads?
Ar RayyÄn ranks highest for quality of life in Qatar, scoring 120/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,634/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Lusail offers the lowest monthly costs at $1,609/mo.
How good is healthcare in Qatar?
Qatar scores 75/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it excellent by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Qatar cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Qatar's cost of living is roughly 24% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 43% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Qatar?
Qatar has a pollution index of 100/100 (lower = cleaner). Pollution can be a concern in urban areas. Research specific cities before committing, as rural and coastal areas typically fare better.
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