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| Expense | Ar Rass | Mecca | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.75 | $7.70 | Ar Rass |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $27.00 | $30.78 | Ar Rass |
| Cappuccino | $2.03 | $2.31 | Ar Rass |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $153 | $174 | Ar Rass |
| Monthly public transport pass | $24.75 | $28.22 | Ar Rass |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $65.25 | $74.39 | Ar Rass |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $18.90 | $21.55 | Ar Rass |
| Fitness club membership | $18.90 | $21.55 | Ar Rass |
| Cinema ticket | $4.95 | $5.64 | Ar Rass |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $345 | $406 | Ar Rass |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $240 | $283 | Ar Rass |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $720 | $848 | Ar Rass |
| Total single-person budget | $690 | $796 | Ar Rass |
| Average net salary | $2,200 | $2,508 |
Ar Rass is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ar Rass runs about $690 versus $796 in Mecca — a difference of roughly 15%.
Salary-adjusted, Mecca 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 Rass · Full cost of living in Mecca