Is the cost of living in Hawalli high?
We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Hawalli, they wrote...
"The cost of living in Hawalli is generally considered to be quite high. Rent prices for apartments and houses are usually quite expensive, and the cost of food and other necessities can also be quite high. Transportation costs can also be quite high, as petrol prices are among the highest in the world. However, salaries in Kuwait are usually quite high, so many people are able to afford the cost of living in Hawalli," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Hawalli, Kuwait.
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Is the cost of living in Hawalli high?
If you live in Hawalli, newcomers to Hawalli would love to hear your answer to this question.

