Places · United Arab Emirates

The best places to live in United Arab Emirates

Arcadia scores 4 places in United Arab Emirates, from Al Ain at about $1,750 a month to Dubai at about $2,800. 3 are by the sea, 1 are in the mountains. The climate is mostly desert. Across the country the typical ratings are safety 5/5, healthcare 4/5 and internet 5/5.

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Places
4
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Median cost / mo
~$2,200
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Climate
desert
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Safety
5/5
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Healthcare
4/5
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Internet
5/5

The standouts in United Arab Emirates

Cheapest, safest and best connected are within the 4 places Arcadia scores in United Arab Emirates, not the whole country.

All 4 places in United Arab Emirates

Questions, answered

How much does it cost to live in United Arab Emirates?

Across the 4 places Arcadia scores in United Arab Emirates the median is about $2,150 a month for one person, from Al Ain at around $1,750 to Dubai at around $2,800. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included, not quotes.

What is the cheapest place to live in United Arab Emirates?

Al Ain, at about $1,750 a month. It is the cheapest of the 4 places Arcadia scores in United Arab Emirates, which is not the same as the cheapest in the country.

Which place in United Arab Emirates has the best internet?

Dubai, rated 5 out of 5. The typical rating across the 4 places is 5 out of 5.

How safe are the places Arcadia scores in United Arab Emirates?

The typical safety rating is 5 out of 5, and the highest-rated is Dubai. These are broad country-level estimates meant for comparing places, not local advice for a particular street or moment.

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