Recent Survey Reveals GCC's Cost of Living Rankings 2024

  • Publish date: Friday، 02 August 2024
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Mercer’s yearly Cost of Living City Ranking 2024 offers valuable insights and trends for those managing global relocations and international assignments. It ranks 226 cities around the world from the most to the least expensive for living costs.

Dubai tops the list, becoming the most expensive city in the Middle East, ranked 15th globally.

GCC Cities in the Spotlight

Following Dubai, Abu Dhabi is the second priciest city in the GCC, coming in at 43rd worldwide. Riyadh and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia are ranked 90th and 97th, respectively.

Other Gulf Cities' Rankings

- Bahrain: 110

- Kuwait City: 119

- Doha: 121

- Muscat: 122

Global Comparison

On a global scale, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Zurich remain the most expensive cities for expat workers.

Insight for Decision Making

Mercer's ranking offers valuable insights and trends for businesses and international employees, aiding in making informed decisions about global mobility and assignments.

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