Saudi Arabia vs Saudi Arabia · 780 km apart
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Cheaper overallSaudi Arabia
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| Expense | Ḑubā | Mecca | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.08 | $7.70 | Ḑubā |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $24.30 | $30.78 | Ḑubā |
| Cappuccino | $1.82 | $2.31 | Ḑubā |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $138 | $174 | Ḑubā |
| Monthly public transport pass | $22.28 | $28.22 | Ḑubā |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $58.73 | $74.39 | Ḑubā |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $17.01 | $21.55 | Ḑubā |
| Fitness club membership | $17.01 | $21.55 | Ḑubā |
| Cinema ticket | $4.46 | $5.64 | Ḑubā |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $302 | $406 | Ḑubā |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $210 | $283 | Ḑubā |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $631 | $848 | Ḑubā |
| Total single-person budget | $615 | $796 | Ḑubā |
| Average net salary | $1,980 | $2,508 |
Ḑubā is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ḑubā 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.