Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
797K
Population
3,500 km2
Area
195 Mbps
Internet
69m
Elevation
UTC+04:00
Timezone
MCT (13km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Muscat is a capital city in Oman with a population of 797K. Internet speeds average 195 Mbps download. The city has 2,956 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Oman
Region
Western Asia
Population
797K
Timezone
UTC+04:00
Elevation
69 m
Currency
OMR
Language
Arabic
Status
Capital City
Airport
MCT
GPS
23.58, 58.41
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 195 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
56% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
A mid-sized city of 797,000 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
2,956 total POIs 0.8 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
452
Cafes
255
Bars
15
Fast Food
159
Shopping
Supermarkets
134
Convenience
82
Shopping Malls
46
Healthcare
Hospitals
44
Clinics
96
Pharmacies
98
Education
Schools
85
Universities
20
Libraries
5
Recreation
Parks
105
Playgrounds
18
Sports
78
Cinemas
10
Museums
8
Theatres
4
Transport
Bus Stops
93
Fuel Stations
54
Services
Banks
102
ATMs
52
Post Offices
25
Police
18
Fire Stations
2
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
195 Mbps
Download
75 Mbps
Upload
8ms
Latency
67,944
Tests
15,995
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Mar
23°
J
24°
F
26°
M
29°
A
32°
M
34°
J
35°
J
34°
A
32°
S
29°
O
26°
N
24°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 29 C Range: 22.7 - 35.2 C Rain: 152 mm/year Sunshine: 3,832 h/year
CITY SCORES
85.5
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
55.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
44.3
Overall
56% cheaper than NYC
14.8
Rent
85% cheaper than NYC
42.3
Groceries
58% cheaper than NYC
40.8
Restaurants
59% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
MCT
Muscat International Airport
13 km from center
~23 min ride
FUN FACTS
Muscat ( MUSK-at, -ət, US also -aht; Arabic: مَسْقَط, romanized: Masqaṭ, pronounced [ˈmasqatˤ] ) is the capital and most populous city in Oman.
The metropolitan area includes six provinces, called wilayat, and spans approximately 6,500 km2 (2,500 sq mi).
Known since the early 1st century CE as a leading port for trade between the west and the east, Muscat was ruled successively by various indigenous tribes, as well as by foreign powers such as the Persians, the Portuguese Empire and the Ottoman Empire.
In the 18th century, Muscat was a regional military power: its influence extended as far as East Africa and Zanzibar.
The Hajar Mountains dominate the view from Muscat.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Muscat known for?
Muscat is a city in Oman. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Muscat?
Muscat has an average download speed of 195 Mbps and upload speed of 75 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Muscat?
Muscat has an average year-round temperature of approximately 29 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Muscat?
Muscat is served by MCT (Muscat International Airport), approximately 13 km from the city center.
What is the population of Muscat?
The population of Muscat is approximately 797K.
What infrastructure does Muscat have?
Muscat has 2,956 mapped points of interest, including 452 restaurants, 44 hospitals, 85 schools.
What country is Muscat in?
Muscat is located in Oman.
