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Cost of Living for an Expat Family in Qatar 2025

Budget type d’une famille expatriée à Doha
 Cost of Living for an Expat Family in Qatar 2025

Living in Qatar as an expatriate offers numerous advantages, but it is essential to understand the cost of living to plan your budget effectively. Here is an estimate of the monthly expenses for a family of four (two adults and two children) in Doha in 2025.


  1. Housing Costs🏡

  2. Housing is the biggest expense for expatriate families in Qatar. Rental prices vary depending on location and property type:

    • Apartments in Doha: 7,000 – 15,000 QAR/month

    • Villas in residential areas: 12,000 – 25,000 QAR/month

    • Utilities (electricity, water, internet): 700 – 1,500 QAR/month


  1. Education & School Fees🎓

  2. International school fees in Qatar can be costly, with tuition varying by institution:

    • British/American curriculum schools: 30,000 – 80,000 QAR/year per child

    • IB curriculum schools: 40,000 – 90,000 QAR/year per child

    • Nursery & daycare: 2,500 – 6,000 QAR/month


  1. Groceries & Household Expenses🛒

  2. The cost of groceries depends on lifestyle choices, imported goods, and shopping habits:

    • Monthly groceries for a family: 2,500 – 5,000 QAR

    • Dining out (family meal at a mid-range restaurant): 300 – 800 QAR


  1. Transportation Costs🚆

  2. Owning a car is common among expat families in Qatar due to the lack of extensive public transport options:

    • Petrol (per liter): 2 QAR

    • Car purchase (mid-range SUV): 80,000 – 150,000 QAR

    • Taxi/Public transport costs: 500 – 1,500 QAR/month


  1. Healthcare & Insurance⚕️

Healthcare is of high quality in Qatar, with both public and private options available:

  • Private health insurance: 5,000 – 15,000 QAR/year per person

  • Consultation fees in private hospitals: 200 – 500 QAR per visit


  1. Leisure & Entertainment 🎭

  2. For entertainment and activities, expat families should budget for:

    • Gym memberships: 500 – 1,500 QAR/month

    • Cinema tickets: 50 – 100 QAR per person

    • Weekend family outings: 500 – 1,500 QAR


 

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