Doha

🇶🇦Qatar•Middle East

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living84

Safety76

Healthcare81

Career Opportunities75

Climate36

Transport96

Air Quality53

Family Friendliness74

Education71

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 Doha a good place to live?

Doha scores 72/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 84/100), very safe (safety: 76/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 81/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Doha?

Doha has a cost of living score of 84/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Doha?

Doha has a transport score of 96/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Doha?

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

▸Is Doha safe for expats?

Doha has a safety score of 76/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 53/100.

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