Abu Dhabi
4
cheaper categories
Tied
0
categories
Edinburgh
2
cheaper categories
Category Breakdown
Overall Cost
82
Abu Dhabi
4 pts pricier
78
Edinburgh
CheaperRent
78
Abu Dhabi
13 pts pricier
65
Edinburgh
CheaperGroceries
75
Abu Dhabi
Cheaper21 pts cheaper
96
Edinburgh
Restaurants
80
Abu Dhabi
Cheaper5 pts cheaper
85
Edinburgh
Transport
60
Abu Dhabi
Cheaper28 pts cheaper
88
Edinburgh
Utilities
70
Abu Dhabi
Cheaper22 pts cheaper
92
Edinburgh
Salary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Edinburgh to match a Abu Dhabi salary
| Salary in Abu Dhabi | Equivalent in Edinburgh | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £28,537 | £1,463 less |
| £40,000 | £38,049 | £1,951 less |
| £50,000 | £47,561 | £2,439 less |
| £60,000 | £57,073 | £2,927 less |
| £80,000 | £76,098 | £3,902 less |
| £100,000 | £95,122 | £4,878 less |
Abu Dhabi vs Edinburgh: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 4%. Edinburgh is the more affordable option.
Rent: Abu Dhabi has a rent index of 78, while Edinburgh has 65.
Average Salaries: Abu Dhabi: £3,520/month vs Edinburgh: £2,800/month (both in GBP).
Out of 6 categories, Abu Dhabi wins 4, while Edinburgh wins 2.
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