Compare Gulf cities
Side-by-side typical costs in USD and quality-of-life scores. The lowest cost and highest score in each row are highlighted.
Compare up to four cities side by side.
| Metric | RiyadhSaudi Arabia | JeddahSaudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Typical costs (USD) | ||
| 1-bed apartment (city centre) | $1,350 | $1,150 |
| 3-bed apartment (family area) | $2,900 | $2,500 |
| Utilities (monthly) | $150 | $150 |
| Groceries (single, monthly) | $560 | $540 |
| Dinner for two (mid-range) | $330 | $310 |
| Transport (monthly) | $300 | $280 |
| International school (yearly) | $1,300 | $1,150 |
| Private health insurance (monthly) | $190 | $180 |
| Quality of life (0–100) | ||
| Safety | 80 | 78 |
| Healthcare | 76 | 74 |
| Education | 74 | 72 |
| Infrastructure | 80 | 75 |
| Lifestyle | 70 | 74 |
| Climate comfort | 45 | 48 |
| Housing affordability | 66 | 70 |
| Purchasing power | 80 | 76 |
Figures are editorial estimates for planning purposes and vary by neighbourhood, lifestyle and season.