Kuwait vs Kuwait · 47 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Al Jahrā’ | Ar Riqqah | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.95 | $7.50 | Ar Riqqah |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $31.80 | $30.00 | Ar Riqqah |
| Cappuccino | $2.39 | $2.25 | Ar Riqqah |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $180 | $170 | Ar Riqqah |
| Monthly public transport pass | $29.15 | $27.50 | Ar Riqqah |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $76.85 | $72.50 | Ar Riqqah |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $22.26 | $21.00 | Ar Riqqah |
| Fitness club membership | $22.26 | $21.00 | Ar Riqqah |
| Cinema ticket | $5.83 | $5.50 | Ar Riqqah |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $470 | $437 | Ar Riqqah |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $327 | $304 | Ar Riqqah |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $981 | $912 | Ar Riqqah |
| Total single-person budget | $857 | $804 | Ar Riqqah |
| Average net salary | $2,756 | $2,600 |
Ar Riqqah is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Al Jahrā’ runs about $857 versus $804 in Ar Riqqah — a difference of roughly 6%.
Salary-adjusted, Al Jahrā’ leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Al Jahrā’ · Full cost of living in Ar Riqqah