Cost of living 2019 in Qatar

Priscilla · 2019-01-09T10:48:27+01:00

Explore real experiences about the cost of living in Qatar for 2019. Find insights on rent, groceries, healthcare, and more to plan your budget.

Priscilla ViP

Member since 30 May 2013

PriscillaViP09 January 2019 08:48:27

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Hello everyone,

As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and inflation in Qatar.

Thanks to your contribution, future expats in Qatar will be more informed and will be able to refine their budget and better prepare for their big move.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment or a house in Qatar? How about buying an apartment or a house in Qatar?

How much do you pay on average for public transportation (bus, subway, train, tram, taxi)?

How much do you pay for basic food items such as rice, bread, and pasta?

What is your monthly budget for groceries?

How much does it cost to see a doctor or health specialist in Qatar?

How much do you pay for health insurance per month?

How much does childcare cost on average per month?

What is your child's schooling budget per month?

How much does it cost to fill up your car聮s fuel tank?

How much do you pay for electricity/gas/water etc., per month?

How much do you pay for your internet and phone subscription?

How much do you pay for your lunch pack on weekdays?

How much do you pay for an espresso coffee?

How much do you pay for a cinema ticket?

How much does a gym membership cost in Qatar?

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Priscilla

Guest8432 Guest

Guest8432Guest14 January 2019 04:25:02

The cost of living has recently taken a massive turn, with the introduction of 100% duty on alcohol, pork and cigarettes. As a western expatriate, the use of alcohol in moderation and the eating of pork products are normal and with this massive increase has made the prospect of living here just that little less appealing. Recently an attempt was made to "reduce" the cost of alcohol by allowing a 20% discount, which is slightly better, but still means that alcohol is the most expensive here, than anywhere else in the word.