Living · Oman
Muscat
Cost of living, housing, transport and neighborhoods in Muscat.
MediumCost
Caution: lowSafety
ModerateEnglish
1,700,000Population
Safety is a general editorial assessment, not an official rating — check the official travel advisories for Oman before travelling.
City Overview
Muscat is the capital of Oman. Population, cost level and official links below.
Universities in Muscat (1)
Key facts
Population1,700,000
CostMedium
EnglishModerate
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Muscat Oman
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