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Doha, Qatar

Cost of living · 2025 · Middle East · Rent +2% vs 2024

1-Bed Rent QAR 6,426 per month
3-Bed Rent QAR 12,240 per month
Groceries QAR 1,612 per month
Transport Pass QAR 214 per month
Utilities QAR 530 per month
Restaurant Meal QAR 53 per person

Rent trend in Doha (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Doha (2025)

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Estimated monthly budget in Doha

Based on 2025 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
QAR 9,207
🏠 Rent QAR 6,426
🛒 Groceries QAR 1,612
🚌 Transport QAR 214
💡 Utilities QAR 530
🍽️ Dining out QAR 424
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Family (3–4 people)
QAR 18,023
🏠 Rent 3-bed QAR 12,240
🛒 Groceries QAR 4,029
🚌 Transport ×2 QAR 428
💡 Utilities QAR 690
🍽️ Dining out QAR 636

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Doha in 2025?

In 2025, a single person living in Doha needs approximately QAR 9,207/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around QAR 18,023/month. Doha is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

How much is rent in Doha in 2025?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Doha costs approximately QAR 6,426/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around QAR 12,240/month. Rent has changed +2% vs 2024.

How much do groceries cost in Doha?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Doha are approximately QAR 1,612 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Doha?

A monthly public transport pass in Doha costs QAR 214 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Doha?

Monthly utility costs in Doha average QAR 530 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Doha expensive to live in?

Doha is located in Qatar (Middle East). With a 1-bed rent of QAR 6,426/month and total single-person expenses around QAR 9,207/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Doha?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Doha costs approximately QAR 53 in 2025. Budget around QAR 424/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Doha changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Doha from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 17.6% over this period (from QAR 5,544 in 2022 to QAR 6,522 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Doha?

To live comfortably in Doha in 2025, a single person needs approximately QAR 9,207/month. This covers rent (QAR 6,426), groceries (QAR 1,612), transport (QAR 214), utilities (QAR 530) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around QAR 18,023/month.

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