🇸🇦 Cost of living · Saudi Arabia
Riyadh Cost of Living
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Cost Level: Medium
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center SR 2,250–4,100/mo (centre); SR 1,700–3,000/mo (outer)
USD Reference Approx. USD 600–1,090/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery SR 20–45 (casual); SR 100–220 (restaurant for 2)
Monthly Groceries SR 700–1,300/mo (groceries)
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Monthly pass ~SR 140
Riyadh Metro (6 lines, opening from 2024) + buses; taxis/ride-hailing common. King Khalid Airport (RUH). The new metro is changing the formerly car-only pattern.
Monthly Budget Summary
Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 2,000–3,500
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 4,000–6,500
Important Note
Data above is approximate and indicative. Actual costs vary by location, personal lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Verify with local sources after arrival.
Source: RichBay editorial estimate (indicative, not guaranteed)
Estimate baseline: 2026-06-21
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