City, United Arab Emirates
Cost of living in Sharjah
How much a month costs in Sharjah
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,910–3,000 (Dh7,000–11,000).
Prices in Sharjah
Typical 2026 ranges in AED, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | AED | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | Dh3,000–5,500 | $817–1,500 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | Dh2,200–3,800 | $599–1,030 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | Dh60–130 | $16–35 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | Dh250–550 | $68–150 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | Dh12–30 | $3.3–8.2 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | Dh60–130 | $16–35 |
| Cappuccino | Dh15–28 | $4.1–7.6 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | Dh2–5 | $0.5–1.4 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | Dh15–30 | $4.1–8.2 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | Dh200–450 | $54–123 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | Dh100–200 | $27–54 |
Value for money: 36/100
A value score of 36/100 means Sharjah gives more quality of life per dollar than 35% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 72/100. It's the 3rd most affordable of 7 places we cover in United Arab Emirates.
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Cost of living across United Arab Emirates
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Sharjah
Similar safety, lower cost, in Middle East.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Sharjah?
About $871–1,360 on a lean budget, $1,910–3,000 for a comfortable month and $4,630–8,170 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Sharjah?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs Dh3,000–5,500 ($817–1,500) a month in the center and Dh2,200–3,800 ($599–1,030) outside it.
How much does food cost in Sharjah?
A local meal is Dh12–30 ($3.3–8.2); a mid-range restaurant is Dh60–130 ($16–35) per person.
Is United Arab Emirates expensive?
Prices in United Arab Emirates are about 63% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Sharjah Government
- Sharjah Airport Authority
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.