Cost of Living in Muscat, Oman
Muscat is a city in Oman, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,214 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $644 per month, or $417 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 94 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Muscat scores 78/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 99°F and winter highs around 74°F, with roughly 337 sunny days a year.
Muscat Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Muscat
How Muscat Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Muscat ranks in the top 21% for safety, but sits in the bottom 7% for air quality. It is cheaper than 64% of them.
| Metric | Muscat | World rank | Rank in Middle East |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,214 | #120 of 340 | #2 of 9 |
| Safety | 78/100 | #69 of 340 | #3 of 9 |
| Healthcare | 63/100 | #217 of 340 | #9 of 9 |
| Internet speed | 94 Mbps | #238 of 340 | #7 of 9 |
| Walkability | 25/100 | #320 of 340 | #8 of 9 |
| Public transit | 15/100 | #278 of 340 | #8 of 9 |
| Food scene | 65/100 | #263 of 340 | #9 of 9 |
| Air quality | 49/100 | #318 of 340 | #5 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.
Muscat FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Muscat?
A single person should budget around $1,214 per month in Muscat, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $2,813 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Muscat?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Muscat averages $644 per month, dropping to about $417 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,256.
Is Muscat safe?
Muscat scores 78/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 90/100.
How fast is the internet in Muscat?
Median download speeds in Muscat are around 94 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 12 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Oman offer a digital nomad visa?
Oman does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 30 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Muscat?
Muscat sees summer highs around 99°F and winter highs near 74°F, with about 337 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 10 days.
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