Duqm, Oman
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Duqm is no paradise. Drone strikes have already killed 14 people and injured 15 others, as Iran targets the port facilities used by the United States. The tax burden is heavy, and bureaucracy is a persistent headache. Oman has long served as a venue for diplomacy between Iran and the US, but now finds itself in the crosshairs of a regional conflict. Unless you're a hardened ex-pat with geopolitical connections, this dusty industrial town is best avoided.
Can I afford Duqm?
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Duqm
You could save
1,962/mo
Savings Rate65%
Monthly Costs
Rent (Oman Average Adjusted)$336
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$702
Attractiveness Scores
FIRE Score
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65/100Retiree Score
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50/100Lifestyle Score
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50/100💻Nomad Score
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50/100Meets Oman Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety—
Healthcare50
Walkability50
NomadGrocery Basket
Milk (1L) *$2
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) *$3
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$3
* Estimated based on regional averages.
Eating Out
Meal (Inexpensive) *$2
Meal (Mid-range) *$15
Cappuccino *$2
Water (0.33L) *$1
* Estimated based on regional averages.
Utilities & Lifestyle
Utilities (mo) *$72
Mobile Plan (mo) *$12
Gym (mo) *$78
Cinema Ticket *$6
* Estimated based on regional averages.
Housing
1BR Center (mo) *$224
1BR Outside (mo) *$156
3BR Center (mo) *$426
3BR Outside (mo) *$274
* Estimated based on regional averages.
🧳 Expat Life
English Proficiency
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