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South Africa vs United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates is about 36% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 64.4 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, United Arab Emirates scores higher (97 vs 53 of 100).

Metric South Africa United Arab Emirates
Price level (US=100) 41.2 64.4
GDP / capita (PPP) $15,456 $79,229
GNI / capita (PPP) $15,150 $81,530
Inflation (YoY) 4.4% 1.7%

What's different, by category

Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.

Category South Africa United Arab Emirates
Housing & utilities 76 102
Food 88 138
Transport 99 77
Restaurants & hotels 60 111
Health 76 115
Communication 76 212

Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).

Quality of life

Metric South Africa United Arab Emirates
Quality-of-life score 53/100 97/100
Life expectancy 66 yrs 83 yrs
Safety ยท homicide /100k 43.7 0.7
Internet users 78% 100%

Frequently asked

Is South Africa more expensive than United Arab Emirates?

United Arab Emirates is more expensive: about 36% pricier than South Africa overall.

What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in United Arab Emirates?

Living the way $100,000 buys in South Africa would cost roughly $156,500 in United Arab Emirates, based on overall price levels.

Which has the better quality of life, South Africa or United Arab Emirates?

United Arab Emirates scores higher, 97 vs 53 out of 100.

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A $100,000 lifestyle in South Africa would cost about

$156,500

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