54 cities covered · Currency: YER (﷼) · Capital: Sanaa
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | ﷼954 ($3.82) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | ﷼3,816 ($15.26) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | ﷼286 ($1.14) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | ﷼21,624 ($86.50) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | ﷼3,498 ($13.99) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | ﷼9,222 ($36.89) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | ﷼2,671 ($10.68) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | ﷼2,671 ($10.68) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | ﷼700 ($2.80) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | ﷼37,107 ($148) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | ﷼25,813 ($103) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | ﷼77,440 ($310) | per month |
Amānat al ‘Āşimah · pop. 2,957,000
‘Adan · pop. 1,154,410
Al Ḩudaydah · pop. 617,871
Ta‘izz · pop. 615,467
Ibb · pop. 350,864
Ibb · pop. 221,472
Dhamār · pop. 160,114
Ḩaḑramawt · pop. 144,137
‘Adan · pop. 114,931
Ḩaḑramawt · pop. 105,552
‘Adan · pop. 105,248
Abyan · pop. 70,801
Şa‘dah · pop. 70,203
Ḩaḑramawt · pop. 68,747
Ḩaḑramawt · pop. 68,313
‘Adan · pop. 52,984
Al Ḩudaydah · pop. 50,781
‘Adan · pop. 49,891
Ḩajjah · pop. 46,568
Al Ḩudaydah · pop. 46,005
Al Bayḑā’ · pop. 45,233
Al Ḩudaydah · pop. 41,652
Ibb · pop. 39,254
Al Bayḑā’ · pop. 37,821
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Yemen
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Yemen
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Yemen
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Yemen
Living costs in Yemen vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of ﷼89,413 ($358) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.