Oman has achieved a new international milestone, advancing to third place globally in the Numbeo Quality of Life Index for the first half of 2026.
The sultanate also maintained its top position at both the Arab and Asian levels.
Oman was ranked fourth globally during the same period in 2025, reflecting continued improvements in quality of life over the past year.
This progress highlights Oman’s rising status among the world’s most livable countries, driven by an integrated model that combines security and stability, high-quality public services, sustainable urban planning, and a balanced living environment centred on human development.
Numbeo’s Quality of Life Index evaluates residents' daily living standards across key metrics, including safety levels, purchasing power, healthcare, cost of living, property price-to-income ratio, commute times, pollution levels, and climate suitability.
Oman recorded strong performances across multiple indicators, excelling particularly in safety, purchasing power, and property affordability.