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Abhā vs Riyadh

Saudi Arabia vs Saudi Arabia · 837 km apart

Abhā

Saudi Arabia

﷼2,588 ($690)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Riyadh

Saudi Arabia

﷼3,443 ($918)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Abhā	Riyadh	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$6.75	$8.78	Abhā
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$27.00	$35.10	Abhā
Cappuccino	$2.03	$2.63	Abhā
Monthly groceries (single person)	$153	$199	Abhā
Monthly public transport pass	$24.75	$32.18	Abhā
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$65.25	$84.83	Abhā
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$18.90	$24.57	Abhā
Fitness club membership	$18.90	$24.57	Abhā
Cinema ticket	$4.95	$6.44	Abhā
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$345	$479	Abhā
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$240	$333	Abhā
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$720	$999	Abhā
Total single-person budget	$690	$918	Abhā
Average net salary	$2,200	$2,860

Verdict

Abhā is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Abhā runs about $690 versus $918 in Riyadh — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Riyadh 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 Abhā · Full cost of living in Riyadh

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abhā cheaper than Riyadh?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $690 per month in Abhā versus $918 in Riyadh — about 33% less.

How far is Abhā from Riyadh?

The straight-line distance between Abhā and Riyadh is approximately 837 km (520 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Abhā or Riyadh?

The estimated average net salary is $2,200 in Abhā and $2,860 in Riyadh. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,510 in Abhā versus $1,942 in Riyadh per month.