Cost of Living in Riyadh
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Overall, the cost of living in Riyadh is significantly below the New York City baseline (composite index 32 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)40
Groceries index34
Dining out index32
Transport index24
Utilities index29
Median annual salary$28,000
Minimum wageNo statutory minimum
Est. monthly childcare$500
Est. monthly healthcare premium$100
YoY inflation2.0%
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