Online database Numbeo ranked Abu Dhabi has been ranked the safest city in the world in 2024 with the overall safety index of 86.8 and the lowest crime rate - 13.1. Dubai, Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates were ranked fourth, fifth and sixth safest cities respectively.
Tel Aviv was placed on the 41st place with the general safety index estimated as 26.6 and the crime rate of 26.6. Meanwhile, Jerusalem ranked 112th, with the safety index of 63.0 and the crime rate of 37.0.
Numbeo considers crime levels below 20 as very low, between 20 and 40 - as low.
The list's top 10 also includes Taipei in Taiwan, Doha in Qatar, Muscat in Oman, the Hague in the Netherlands, Bern in Switzerland and Munich in Germany.
Abu Dhabi tops the rankings for the eighth consecutive year. The city's police said "this reflects the emirate's global leadership in implementing the best safety standards and improving the quality of life of citizens, residents and visitors."
Numbeo is a Serbian crowd-sourced online database of perceived consumer prices, real property prices, and quality of life metrics. The website was founded in April 2009 by former Google employee Mladen Adamović, to enable users to share and compare information about the cost of living between countries and cities.
In their 2023 Crime Index by Country, the UAE sits comfortably in second place, following Qatar. In 2024, the UAE again reserved the 2nd position, followed by Andorra, with a safety index of 84.4 as the safest country in the World.
Abu Dhabi Police has revealed that Abu Dhabi has been ranked first on the world's safest cities list in 2024, according to online database Numbeo, reflecting the emirate's global leadership in implementing best security standards, enhancing quality of life for citizens, residents and visitors.
Abu Dhabi has been ranked the safest city in the world for 2024, according to the online database Numbeo. Dubai ranked number four with Taiwan taking second place and Doha on third. The emirate was ranked highest in safety index – scoring 86.9 – and last in crime levels – with a score of 13.1.
The city is home to a large number of residents from various countries, creating an environment of cultural diversity and mutual respect. This multicultural fabric, coupled with stringent law enforcement measures, acts as a deterrent for crimes such as mugging, kidnapping, and pickpocketing.
The UAE capital has topped the list of 300 cities with an overall safety score of 97.73. Taipei has secured the second spot, followed by Doha in third place. Ajman, Dubai, Ras al-Khaimah, Muscat, The Hague, Bern, and Munich complete the top 10 positions.
Both Abu Dhabi and Dubai are known to have a relatively high cost of living compared to many other cities around the world. However, in recent years, Dubai has become slightly more expensive than Abu Dhabi.
Those looking to splurge a little will find Dubai is more expensive than Abu Dhabi. Why? Because Dubai has a higher cost of living index. However, this is dependent on your own decisions and lifestyle.
Canada, Switzerland and Norway ranked as the top three safest countries in this year's report, replacing Netherlands, Denmark and Iceland who held the top three spots in last year's research.
We have a strong and stable economy that supports long-term, sustainable growth within the private sector. We are also proudly home to some of the world's greatest cultural sites and events including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit and many more.
Because of its island location, Abu Dhabi has plenty of cruises and boat activities, too. On the other hand, you'll find more high-end things to do in Dubai, from shopping and dining to theater and music. It's the flashier city and has a lot to offer those looking for top-notch entertainment.
Being the largest Emirate in the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi owns 87% of land whereas Dubai is just 5%. This makes Abu Dhabi the most powerful Emirate in the country. What makes Abu Dhabi powerful is it's richness in the natural resources.
Alcohol is generally only available in hotels with alcoholic liquor and in bars or restaurants attached to hotels. You can buy alcohol as a non-Muslim in so-called "liquor shops" similar to the rest of the world. Those shops are scattered around Abu Dhabi and as tourist you will not need a license to buy alcohol.
Both cities have a variety of accommodation options, so your decision will depend on your budget and preferences. Abu Dhabi tends to have more luxurious and expensive hotels, while Dubai offers a broader range of budget to luxury options.
A good salary for one person in Abu Dhabi depends on their lifestyle, but as a general guideline, an annual income of AED 180,000 to AED 240,000 (AED 15,000 to AED 20,000 per month) is considered comfortable.
Iceland tops the list for the 14th year, with Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, New Zealand, Singapore, Portugal, and Malaysia recognized for societal safety, public services, and quality healthcare.
#1 Tokyo. It is well known that Japan has one of the lowest overall crime rates in the world. The city of Tokyo is no exception. People routinely walk home alone very late at night without fear of physical harm because rough areas are few and far between.
The least risky city to visit in the world is Singapore, which scored a stunning 0 out of 100. It has the lowest natural disaster risk, the second lowest health security risk, the second lowest infrastructure security risk and the second lowest digital security risk.
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