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Thuwal vs Riyadh

Saudi Arabia vs Saudi Arabia · 819 km apart

Thuwal

Saudi Arabia

﷼2,308 ($615)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Riyadh

Saudi Arabia

﷼3,443 ($918)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Thuwal	Riyadh	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$6.08	$8.78	Thuwal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$24.30	$35.10	Thuwal
Cappuccino	$1.82	$2.63	Thuwal
Monthly groceries (single person)	$138	$199	Thuwal
Monthly public transport pass	$22.28	$32.18	Thuwal
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$58.73	$84.83	Thuwal
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$17.01	$24.57	Thuwal
Fitness club membership	$17.01	$24.57	Thuwal
Cinema ticket	$4.46	$6.44	Thuwal
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$302	$479	Thuwal
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$210	$333	Thuwal
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$631	$999	Thuwal
Total single-person budget	$615	$918	Thuwal
Average net salary	$1,980	$2,860

Verdict

Thuwal is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Thuwal runs about $615 versus $918 in Riyadh — a difference of roughly 49%.

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 Thuwal · Full cost of living in Riyadh

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thuwal cheaper than Riyadh?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $615 per month in Thuwal versus $918 in Riyadh — about 49% less.

How far is Thuwal from Riyadh?

The straight-line distance between Thuwal and Riyadh is approximately 819 km (509 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Thuwal or Riyadh?

The estimated average net salary is $1,980 in Thuwal and $2,860 in Riyadh. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,365 in Thuwal versus $1,942 in Riyadh per month.