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Thuwal vs Medina

Saudi Arabia vs Saudi Arabia · 249 km apart

Thuwal

Saudi Arabia

﷼2,308 ($615)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Medina

Saudi Arabia

﷼2,984 ($796)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Medina 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 Thuwal · Full cost of living in Medina

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thuwal cheaper than Medina?

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

How far is Thuwal from Medina?

The straight-line distance between Thuwal and Medina is approximately 249 km (155 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Thuwal or Medina?

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