Salmiya

🇰🇼Kuwait•Middle East

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living69

Safety72

Healthcare74

Career Opportunities71

Climate32

Transport79

Air Quality55

Family Friendliness69.33

Education55

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 Salmiya a good place to live?

Salmiya scores 65/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 69/100), very safe (safety: 72/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 74/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Salmiya?

Salmiya has a cost of living score of 69/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Salmiya?

Salmiya has a transport score of 79/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Salmiya?

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

▸Is Salmiya safe for expats?

Salmiya has a safety score of 72/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 55/100.

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