Hawalli

🇰🇼Kuwait•Middle East

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living74

Safety71

Healthcare76

Career Opportunities73

Climate34

Transport82

Air Quality53

Family Friendliness68.33

Education56

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Hawalli a good place to live?

Hawalli scores 66/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 74/100), very safe (safety: 71/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 76/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Hawalli?

Hawalli has a cost of living score of 74/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Hawalli?

Hawalli has a transport score of 82/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Hawalli?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Hawalli are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Hawalli safe for expats?

Hawalli has a safety score of 71/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 53/100.

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