Saudi Arabia vs Saudi Arabia · 718 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Riyadh | Medina | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.78 | $7.70 | Medina |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $35.10 | $30.78 | Medina |
| Cappuccino | $2.63 | $2.31 | Medina |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $199 | $174 | Medina |
| Monthly public transport pass | $32.18 | $28.22 | Medina |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $84.83 | $74.39 | Medina |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $24.57 | $21.55 | Medina |
| Fitness club membership | $24.57 | $21.55 | Medina |
| Cinema ticket | $6.44 | $5.64 | Medina |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $479 | $406 | Medina |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $333 | $283 | Medina |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $999 | $848 | Medina |
| Total single-person budget | $918 | $796 | Medina |
| Average net salary | $2,860 | $2,508 |
Medina is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Riyadh runs about $918 versus $796 in Medina — a difference of roughly 13%.
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 Riyadh · Full cost of living in Medina