LifeCost Blog
Doha

Doha

Qatar

Updated on August 16, 2025

Overview

Doha has a high cost of living with modern housing mostly in gated communities. The job market is strong in energy, finance, and construction sectors. Public transport is developing, with a metro system in place, but many use private cars. The city is very safe with low crime. Healthcare facilities are high quality and accessible. The climate is hot desert with very hot summers. Doha has a growing expat community and offers a mix of traditional and modern cultural experiences. Walkability is limited outside central areas.

Average cost of living€1,395.58
Quality of Life83/100

Accommodation

Rent room (flat-share)€450.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,369.00
1-bed flat (outside)€923.46
3-bed flat (center)€2,513.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,791.00

Utilities

Basic utilities€78.73
Internet€74.33
Mobile plan€32.18

Transportation

One-way ticket€0.47
Monthly pass€28.12
Taxi start€1.87
Gasoline (1 l)€0.48

Leisure

Cinema ticket€10.55
Fitness club€101.86

Education

Preschool (month)€679.07
Intl. primary (year)€10,005.00

Buying House

sqm in city center€4,218.00
sqm outside center€2,909.00

Advantages

  • Strong job market
  • High-quality healthcare
  • Very safe environment
  • Modern housing options
  • Growing expat community

Disadvantages

  • × High living and housing costs
  • × Extreme summer temperatures
  • × Limited walkability
  • × Dependence on private transport
  • × Cultural adjustment for some expats