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Shaqrā’ vs Mecca

Saudi Arabia vs Saudi Arabia · 698 km apart

Shaqrā’

Saudi Arabia

﷼2,308 ($615)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Mecca

Saudi Arabia

﷼2,984 ($796)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Shaqrā’	Mecca	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$6.08	$7.70	Shaqrā’
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$24.30	$30.78	Shaqrā’
Cappuccino	$1.82	$2.31	Shaqrā’
Monthly groceries (single person)	$138	$174	Shaqrā’
Monthly public transport pass	$22.28	$28.22	Shaqrā’
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$58.73	$74.39	Shaqrā’
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$17.01	$21.55	Shaqrā’
Fitness club membership	$17.01	$21.55	Shaqrā’
Cinema ticket	$4.46	$5.64	Shaqrā’
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$302	$406	Shaqrā’
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$210	$283	Shaqrā’
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$631	$848	Shaqrā’
Total single-person budget	$615	$796	Shaqrā’
Average net salary	$1,980	$2,508

Verdict

Shaqrā’ is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Shaqrā’ runs about $615 versus $796 in Mecca — a difference of roughly 29%.

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 Shaqrā’ · Full cost of living in Mecca

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shaqrā’ cheaper than Mecca?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $615 per month in Shaqrā’ versus $796 in Mecca — about 29% less.

How far is Shaqrā’ from Mecca?

The straight-line distance between Shaqrā’ and Mecca is approximately 698 km (434 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Shaqrā’ or Mecca?

The estimated average net salary is $1,980 in Shaqrā’ and $2,508 in Mecca. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,365 in Shaqrā’ versus $1,712 in Mecca per month.