Abu Dhabi, UAE

In 2026, a single person living in Abu Dhabi needs approximately AED 10,783/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around AED 20,636/month. Abu Dhabi is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Abu Dhabi costs approximately AED 7,638/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around AED 14,322/month. Rent has changed +2.5% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Abu Dhabi are approximately AED 1,538 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Abu Dhabi costs AED 403 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Abu Dhabi average AED 711 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Abu Dhabi is located in UAE (Middle East). With a 1-bed rent of AED 7,638/month and total single-person expenses around AED 10,783/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Abu Dhabi costs approximately AED 62 in 2026. Budget around AED 492/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Abu Dhabi from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.6% over this period (from AED 6,336 in 2022 to AED 7,638 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Abu Dhabi in 2026, a single person needs approximately AED 10,783/month. This covers rent (AED 7,638), groceries (AED 1,538), transport (AED 403), utilities (AED 711) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around AED 20,636/month.