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Prices and Cost of Living in Kuwait

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The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Kuwait. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.

Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.

1 day

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 3.81 EUR to 6.95 EUR

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 4.82 EUR to 9.37 EUR

Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 22 April 2025.

How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Kuwait?

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 1.34 KWD (3.81 EUR) to 2.44 KWD (6.95 EUR) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 1.69 KWD (4.82 EUR) to 3.28 KWD (9.37 EUR) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.

Budget and shopping basket update: 22 April 2025

Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.

Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.

BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).

TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).

FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.

Prices in Kuwait

Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Kuwait, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)1.83 EUR
Banana (1kg)1.51 EUR
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)8.53 EUR
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)2.85 EUR
Chicken Fillets (1kg)4.25 EUR
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)2.57 EUR
Domestic Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)1.23 EUR
Eggs (regular) (12)1.71 EUR
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)1.43 EUR
Lettuce (1 head)1.51 EUR
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)0.77 EUR
Local Cheese (1kg)4.39 EUR
Milk (regular), (1 liter)1.37 EUR
Onion (1kg)0.80 EUR
Oranges (1kg)1.51 EUR
Potato (1kg)0.97 EUR
Rice (white), (1kg)1.65 EUR
Tomato (1kg)1.17 EUR
Water (1.5 liter bottle)0.46 EUR

Food and beverage prices in Kuwait

Popular food products found on store shelves in Kuwait include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 0.28 KWD (0.8 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 2.99 KWD (8.53 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 0.58 KWD (1.65 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 0.27 KWD (0.77 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 0.53 KWD (1.51 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 0.64 KWD (1.83 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 0.16 KWD (0.46 EUR). Dairy prices in Kuwait, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 0.48 KWD (1.37 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1.54 KWD (4.39 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 1.49 KWD (4.25 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 0.6 KWD (1.71 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 0.41 KWD (1.17 EUR) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)4.34 EUR
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)0.48 EUR
Domestic Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)2.85 EUR
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)2.68 EUR
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)5.71 EUR
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course42.79 EUR
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant5.71 EUR
Water (0.33 liter bottle)0.31 EUR

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Kuwait vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 1.52 KWD (4.34 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 0.17 KWD (0.48 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 2 KWD (5.71 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 15 KWD (42.79 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 2 KWD (5.71 EUR).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)42.79 EUR
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.86 EUR
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)8.56 EUR
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)2.85 EUR
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)2.85 EUR

How much does transportation cost in Kuwait?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 0.3 KWD (0.86 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 15 KWD (42.79 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 1 KWD (2.85 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 1 KWD (2.85 EUR).

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L0.33 EUR
Gasoline 1L0.30 EUR

Fuel prices in Kuwait

Average fuel prices in Kuwait are 0.1 KWD (0.3 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 0.11 KWD (0.33 EUR) per liter of diesel.

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat9.98 EUR
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult92.05 EUR
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)40.74 EUR

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre754 EUR
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre584 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre1 574 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre1 191 EUR

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kuwait?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Kuwait varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 205 KWD (584 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 264 KWD (754 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 2148 KWD (6128 EUR) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre6 128 EUR
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre2 837 EUR

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)1 776 EUR

Hotel Prices in Kuwait

A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
4
102 EUR
Al Salam Hotel
12
174 EUR
City Tower Hotel
6
343 EUR
Mövenpick Hotel Kuwait
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices of products and services in Kuwait. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 10/2024.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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