Saudi Arabia
Live cost-of-living data across 1 city in Saudi Arabia — average cost index 35/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 35 to 35. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in Saudi Arabia
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is Saudi Arabia cheap to live in?
Across 1 cities in Saudi Arabia, the average cost-of-living index is 35 (New York = 100) — from 35 in Riyadh to 35 in Riyadh. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in Saudi Arabia?
Riyadh is the most affordable city we track in Saudi Arabia, with a cost-of-living index of 35 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $900/month.
How much does it cost to live in Saudi Arabia per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Saudi Arabia for roughly $700–$980/month. Costs scale up toward Riyadh. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Riyadh with anywhere
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