City guide · Saudi Arabia
Living in NEOM
A giga-project region in the northwest under active development.
Cost of living
Compare with another city| Item | SAR | USD |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment (city centre) | SAR 5,822 | $1,553 |
| 3-bed apartment (family area) | SAR 12,506 | $3,335 |
| Utilities (monthly) | SAR 619 | $165 |
| Groceries (single, monthly) | SAR 2,310 | $616 |
| Dinner for two (mid-range) | SAR 1,361 | $363 |
| Transport (monthly) | SAR 1,238 | $330 |
| International school (yearly) | SAR 5,606 | $1,495 |
| Private health insurance (monthly) | SAR 784 | $209 |
Neighbourhoods
Gulf of Aqaba staff villages
premiumEmployer-provided housing on the coast, rarely rented privately.
Best for: NEOM employees
Schools: NEOM community schools for staff families
Family friendly80Lifestyle58- Studio / mo
- $1,300
- 1-bed / mo
- $1,700
- 3-bed / mo
- $3,800
- To centre
- ~20 min
Sharma
midCoastal town that houses many NEOM contractors.
Best for: Project staff
Schools: Limited: staff schools run by contractors
Family friendly74Lifestyle50- Studio / mo
- $900
- 1-bed / mo
- $1,300
- 3-bed / mo
- $2,800
- To centre
- ~30 min
Tabuk City
budgetThe nearest large city, with normal rental market and services.
Best for: Lower rents, longer commute
Schools: Tabuk international schools
Family friendly82Lifestyle56- Studio / mo
- $450
- 1-bed / mo
- $650
- 3-bed / mo
- $1,500
- To centre
- ~120 min