Cost of Living in Doha, Qatar
Doha is a city in Qatar, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,244 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,951 per month, or $1,298 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 197 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Doha scores 82/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 109°F and winter highs around 69°F, with roughly 337 sunny days a year.
Doha Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Doha
How Doha Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Doha ranks in the top 11% for safety, but sits in the bottom 2% for air quality. It costs more than 74% of them.
| Metric | Doha | World rank | Rank in Middle East |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $2,244 | #254 of 340 | #7 of 9 |
| Safety | 82/100 | #35 of 340 | #1 of 9 |
| Healthcare | 74/100 | #127 of 340 | #1 of 9 |
| Internet speed | 197 Mbps | #143 of 340 | #4 of 9 |
| Walkability | 30/100 | #303 of 340 | #7 of 9 |
| Public transit | 20/100 | #257 of 340 | #7 of 9 |
| Food scene | 72/100 | #178 of 340 | #6 of 9 |
| Air quality | 25/100 | #336 of 340 | #8 of 9 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Doha
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Doha.
- Muscat, Oman — $1,214/mo, 46% cheaper, safety 78/100
Doha FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Doha?
A single person should budget around $2,244 per month in Doha, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $3,466 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Doha?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Doha averages $1,951 per month, dropping to about $1,298 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $3,718.
Is Doha safe?
Doha scores 82/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 92/100.
How fast is the internet in Doha?
Median download speeds in Doha are around 197 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 30 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Qatar offer a digital nomad visa?
Qatar does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Doha?
Doha sees summer highs around 109°F and winter highs near 69°F, with about 337 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 9 days.
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