The United Arab Emirates and Qatar have emerged as the most expensive Arab nations according to the latest Numbeo Cost of Living Plus Rent Index.
The UAE holds the top regional position, ranking 28th globally with a score of 48.2, while Qatar follows closely as the 34th most expensive country worldwide.
The regional top five is completed by Bahrain, Kuwait, and Yemen, reflecting varying economic landscapes across the Middle East.
Numbeo’s index, which benchmarks data across groceries, transportation, and housing, remains a vital tool for global organizations and developers assessing relocation costs, salary benchmarking, and market economic research.
