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Abu Dhabi is 12% more expensive

Abu Dhabi
3

cheaper categories

Tied
0

categories

Birmingham
3

cheaper categories

Category Breakdown

Overall Cost
82
Abu Dhabi
12 pts pricier
70
Birmingham
Cheaper
Rent
78
Abu Dhabi
28 pts pricier
50
Birmingham
Cheaper
Groceries
75
Abu Dhabi
Cheaper
19 pts cheaper
94
Birmingham
Restaurants
80
Abu Dhabi
2 pts pricier
78
Birmingham
Cheaper
Transport
60
Abu Dhabi
Cheaper
22 pts cheaper
82
Birmingham
Utilities
70
Abu Dhabi
Cheaper
18 pts cheaper
88
Birmingham

Salary Equivalence

How much you'd need in Birmingham to match a Abu Dhabi salary

Salary in Abu DhabiEquivalent in BirminghamDifference
£30,000£25,610£4,390 less
£40,000£34,146£5,854 less
£50,000£42,683£7,317 less
£60,000£51,220£8,780 less
£80,000£68,293£11,707 less
£100,000£85,366£14,634 less

Abu Dhabi vs Birmingham: Summary

The overall cost of living differs by 12%. Birmingham is the more affordable option.

Rent: Abu Dhabi has a rent index of 78, while Birmingham has 50.

Average Salaries: Abu Dhabi: £3,520/month vs Birmingham: £2,400/month (both in GBP).

Out of 6 categories, Abu Dhabi wins 3, while Birmingham wins 3.

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