PRICES IN DUBAI
Dubai is a rapidly developing metropolis, an important financial and economic center and the largest city in the UAE, located on the Persian Gulf. The population is about 3.5 million people, of which about 80% are foreigners. The average salary in Dubai reaches 4,000-5,000 dollars a month, but permanent residence here is very expensive. In general, it is a very bright city with relatively liberal for the Middle East laws and friendly residents.
Next, let's highlight the average prices of food and some other goods/services in Dubai in 2026.
PRICES IN DUBAI IN 2026
| Product | Price |
| Milk (1 liter) | 6.72 AED/1.83 $ |
| Loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 4.91 AED/1.34 $ |
| Rice (white) (1 kg) | 8.85 AED/2.41 $ |
| Eggs (12 pcs.) | 13.28 AED/3.62 $ |
| Local cheese (1 kg) | 41.86 AED/11.40 $ |
| Chicken fillet (1 kg) | 31.07 AED/8.46 $ |
| Apples (1 kg) | 9.50 AED/2.59 $ |
| Banana (1 kg) | 6.88 AED/1.87 $ |
| Orange (1 kg) | 6.63 AED/1.81 $ |
| Tomato (1 kg) | 5.10 AED/1.39 $ |
| Potato (1 kg) | 3.97 AED/1.08 $ |
| Onion (1 kg) | 3.83 AED/1.04 $ |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 5.12 AED/1.39 $ |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 2.25 AED/0.61 $ |
| Bottle of wine (medium level) | 70.00 AED/19.06 $ |
| Local beer (0,5 liter bottle) | 9.27 AED/2.52 $ |
| Imported beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 12.86 AED/3.21 $ |
| Pack of 20 cigarettes (Marlboro) | 23.00 AED/6.26 $ |
Important. There is no income tax in Dubai and wages are significantly higher than in most European countries.
| Goods/services | Price |
| Public transportation | 6.00 AED/1.63 $ |
| Monthly pass | 330.00 AED/89.86 $ |
| Cab 1 km (normal fare) | 2.50 AED/0.68 $ |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 2.88 AED/0.78 $ |
| Utilities (monthly) for an 85m2 apartment | 917.42 AED/249.81 $ |
| Monthly mobile tariff plan | 221.38 AED/60.28 $ |
| Internet (60 Mbps or more) | 352.31 AED/95.93 $ |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | 272.62 AED/74.23 $ |
| Tennis court rental (1 hour) | 176.59 AED/48.09 $ |
| Movie theater (international rental) 1 seat | 51.00 AED/13.89 $ |
| A pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 265.75 AED/72.36 $ |
| One summer dress in a chain store (Zara, H&M...) | 239.50 AED/65.2 2$ |
| A pair of mid-range sneakers (nike, adidas...) | 412.38 AED/112.29 $ |
| Pair of men's leather business shoes | 420.00 AED/114.37 $ |
| Standard men's haircut | 49.00 AED/13.34 $ |
| Tube of toothpaste | 11.00 AED/3.00 $ |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 12.00 AED/3.27 $ |
| Rental apartment (1 bedroom) in the city center | 8,699.80 AED/2,368.96 $ |
| Rental apartment (3 bedrooms) in the city center | 16,541.24 AED/4,504.18 $ |
Note. Price information is based on current data from official statistical offices and surveys of local residents in different parts of the city.
In conclusion, it should be noted that today Dubai and the UAE as a whole are considered one of the most attractive immigration destinations. In the city operate hundreds of well-known multinational companies, regularly held international exhibitions, conferences and important business events. Work in Dubai for foreigners is available mainly in the fields of tourism, construction, aviation, financial and banking services, real estate and trade.
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