Dubai is for riches
One of the reasons why it’s hard to survive in Dubai on low income is the abundance of riches around you.
No matter how frugal your lifestyle is, you got to spend money in Dubai.
When you go out and see brilliant things, like shiny new cars, latest fashion apparel, big screen plasma TVs, electronic gadgets and toys, it’s only natural to develop a desire to own some of that stuff. If you can’t hardly afford any of that it would become very depressing for you to live in Dubai. You are surrounded by the best the world has to offer but you cannot have any of that. It’s like a kid in the candy shop who cannot taste anything. You cannot go around with your eyes closed, can you?
That’s why it is very important to know how much money you need every month to enjoy a good life in Dubai. You have to keep track of every penny you spend, and plan every expense carefully, and reserve an emergency fund at the same time. It is very easy to get carried away and spend money in Dubai, only to find yourself buried in debt afterwards. Of course, the more money you make, the less likely you will be in that situation. But Dubai is capable of making anyone go broke. No matter who you are, be careful.
So the bottom line: Dubai is the place for the rich. If you don’t fall into that category then don’t come to Dubai.