PRICES IN THE UAE
The United Arab Emirates is one of the richest countries in the world with a large economy based on extensive oil and gas reserves. In addition to mineral extraction, other sectors are also actively developing in the country, including information technology, real estate, construction, advertising, and the financial and banking sectors. All of this helps to maintain a high standard of living for the local population. Incidentally, it is virtually impossible for foreigners to obtain UAE citizenship.
The UAE is located on the Arabian Peninsula along the southern coast of the Persian Gulf. It borders Saudi Arabia and Oman. The population is just over 10 million people. There is no official minimum wage in the country. Average income depends largely on the region. For example, the salary in Dubai is about $4,000–5,000 per month. One of the attractive features of UAE taxation is the absence of income tax.
Next, let's highlight the average prices of food and some other goods/services in the UAE in 2025.
PRICES IN THE UAE IN 2025
| Product | Price |
| Milk (1 liter) | 6.76 AED/1.84 $ |
| Loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 5.11 AED/1.39 $ |
| Rice (white) (1 kg) | 8.20 AED/2.23 $ |
| Eggs (12 pcs.) | 10.89 AED/2.97 $ |
| Local cheese (1 kg) | 35.23 AED/9.59 $ |
| Chicken fillet (1 kg) | 31.22 AED/8.50 $ |
| Apples (1 kg) | 8.48 AED/2.31 $ |
| Banana (1 kg) | 6.47 AED/1,76 $ |
| Orange (1 kg) | 6.62 AED/1.80 $ |
| Tomato (1 kg) | 5.37 AED/1.46 $ |
| Potato (1 kg) | 4.04 AED/1.10 $ |
| Onion (1 kg) | 4.84 AED/1.32 $ |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 5.49 AED/1.49 $ |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 2.23 AED/0.61 $ |
| Bottle of wine (medium level) | 50.00 AED/13.62 $ |
| Local beer (0,5 liter bottle) | 8.53 AED/2.32 $ |
| Imported beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 10.91 AED/2.97 $ |
| Pack of 20 cigarettes (Marlboro) | 23.50 AED/6.40 $ |
Important. Living in the UAE is very expensive. Real estate prices are particularly high.
| Goods/services | Price |
| Public transportation | 5.00 AED/1.36 $ |
| Monthly pass | 200.00 AED/54.46 $ |
| Cab 1 km (normal fare) | 2.50 AED/0.68 $ |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 2.87 AED/0.78 $ |
| Utilities (monthly) for an 85m2 apartment | 693.49 AED/188.84 $ |
| Monthly mobile tariff plan | 214.12 AED/58.31 $ |
| Internet (60 Mbps or more) | 373.03 AED/101.58 $ |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | 254.33 AED/69.26 $ |
| Tennis court rental (1 hour) | 138.96 AED/37.84 $ |
| Movie theater (international rental) 1 seat | 50.00 AED/13.62 $ |
| A pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 244.90 AED/66.69 $ |
| One summer dress in a chain store (Zara, H&M...) | 232.98 AED/63.44 $ |
| A pair of mid-range sneakers (nike, adidas...) | 365.77 AED/99.60 $ |
| Pair of men's leather business shoes | 374.59 AED/102.00 $ |
| Standard men's haircut | 41.00 AED/11.16 $ |
| Tube of toothpaste | 16 AED/4.36 $ |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 11.00 AED/3.00 $ |
| Rental apartment (1 bedroom) in the city center | 6,103.44 AED/1,662.02 $ |
| Rental apartment (3 bedrooms) in the city center | 12,009.09 AED/3,270.17 $ |
Note. Price information is based on current data from official statistical offices and surveys of local residents in different cities.
In conclusion, we would like to note that today the UAE is a comfortable and safe country to live in with broad prospects for development. Jobs in the UAE are available in many fields, including tourism, construction, logistics, education, telecommunications, and others. Hundreds of well-known international companies operate here, and large exhibitions, conferences, and various business events are held regularly.
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