Cost of Living Comparison
Pick two cities. Compare restaurants, groceries, rent, transport, and salaries side by side. Real prices, real differences.
Prices in USD as of 2026. For general comparison only.
Dubai vs St John's
Cost of living in Dubai is 7.3% higher than in St John's (excluding rent)
Item
St John's
Dubai
Diff
Inexpensive meal
$18
$12.25
-31.9%
Dinner for two, mid-range
$90
$81.69
-9.2%
McMeal at McDonald's
$10
$9.53
-4.7%
Cappuccino
$4.5
$6.2
+37.8%
Domestic beer (0.5L draught)
$5
$13.61
+172.2%
Water (0.33L bottle)
$1.8
$0.82
-54.4%
Item
St John's
Dubai
Diff
1-bedroom, city centre
$1,400
$2,443.53
+74.5%
1-bedroom, outside centre
$950
$1,497.89
+57.7%
3-bedroom, city centre
$2,800
$4,513.9
+61.2%
3-bedroom, outside centre
$2,000
$2,970.01
+48.5%
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Prices shown in USD, sourced from Numbeo and verified against local sources as of 2026. Figures represent typical costs and may vary by neighbourhood, lifestyle, and exchange rates. This tool is for general comparison only and does not constitute financial advice.