Kuwait vs Kuwait · 47 km apart
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| Expense | Ar Riqqah | Al Jahrā’ | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.50 | $7.95 | Ar Riqqah |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $30.00 | $31.80 | Ar Riqqah |
| Cappuccino | $2.25 | $2.39 | Ar Riqqah |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $170 | $180 | Ar Riqqah |
| Monthly public transport pass | $27.50 | $29.15 | Ar Riqqah |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $72.50 | $76.85 | Ar Riqqah |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $21.00 | $22.26 | Ar Riqqah |
| Fitness club membership | $21.00 | $22.26 | Ar Riqqah |
| Cinema ticket | $5.50 | $5.83 | Ar Riqqah |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $437 | $470 | Ar Riqqah |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $304 | $327 | Ar Riqqah |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $912 | $981 | Ar Riqqah |
| Total single-person budget | $804 | $857 | Ar Riqqah |
| Average net salary | $2,600 | $2,756 |
Ar Riqqah is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ar Riqqah runs about $804 versus $857 in Al Jahrā’ — a difference of roughly 7%.
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 Ar Riqqah · Full cost of living in Al Jahrā’