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Cost of living in Al Khobar
Rent, everyday prices and the gross salary you may need to cover living costs in Al Khobar.
One person, a month
SAR 3,348
Living costs excluding rent
Family of four, a month
SAR 11,931
Living costs excluding rent
One-bedroom rent, centre
SAR 2,379
A month
Gross salary, one person
SAR 63,000
to cover living costs in Al Khobar
Al Khobar's cost of living at a glance
Al Khobar is one of the most expensive cities in both Saudi Arabia and Asia. The estimated monthly costs for a single person in Al Khobar are SAR 3,348, excluding rent. Living costs for a family of four are SAR 11,931 a month, excluding rent.
A single person in Al Khobar may need a gross salary of at least SAR 63,000 a year to cover estimated living costs, renting a one-bedroom apartment outside the centre and saving nothing.
One person's monthly costs
Numbeo household estimate in SAR, with the rent of a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre
Source: Numbeo, 1 June 2026.
How Al Khobar compares
One person's monthly costs in Al Khobar, excluding rent, are 6.6% higher than in the typical city in Saudi Arabia and 1.0% lower than in the typical city worldwide.
Where Al Khobar ranks
In Saudi Arabia
3rd of 9
One person's monthly costs including rent, most expensive first.
In Asia
61st of 407
Cities in Asia with a Numbeo estimate, most expensive first.
Worldwide
45th percentile
Costs the same as or more than 45% of 1,942 cities: a relatively affordable city.
One-bedroom rent, centre
4th of 9
Cities in Saudi Arabia, most expensive first.
Monthly costs against the typical city
- Al Khobar
- Typical national city
- Typical city worldwide
Tap a line or a table row to read its three amounts.
| Monthly cost | Al Khobar | Typical national city | Typical city worldwide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | SAR 2,379 | SAR 2,166 +9.8% | SAR 2,785 −14.6% |
| Groceries | SAR 917 | SAR 842 +8.8% | SAR 1,054 −13.0% |
| Eating out | SAR 511 | SAR 422 +21.2% | SAR 593 −13.8% |
| Transport | SAR 255 | SAR 140 +82.1% | SAR 150 +69.9% |
| Utilities | SAR 618 | SAR 618 0.0% | SAR 655 −5.6% |
| Leisure | SAR 444 | SAR 496 −10.5% | SAR 232 +91.2% |
| Total excluding rent | SAR 3,348 | SAR 3,142 +6.6% | SAR 3,382 −1.0% |
| Total including rent | SAR 5,728 | SAR 5,117 +11.9% | SAR 6,276 −8.7% |
Typical = the median of 9 cities in Saudi Arabia and 1,942 cities worldwide.
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The average price for each item, and the range from the lowest to the highest price people have reported.
Renting in Al Khobar
Al Khobar is the 4th most expensive city in Saudi Arabia for a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre. The closest-priced city in Saudi Arabia is Jeddah (Jiddah).
A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre typically costs SAR 2,379 a month.
Outside the centre, a one-bedroom apartment typically costs SAR 1,889 a month.
A one-bedroom apartment in the centre is around 26% more expensive to rent than one outside the centre.
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment in the city centre Monthly rent | SAR 2,379 | SAR 1,400– |
| 1-bed apartment outside the centre Monthly rent | SAR 1,889 | SAR 1,200– |
| 3-bed apartment in the city centre Monthly rent | SAR 4,432 | SAR 2,499– |
| 3-bed apartment outside the centre Monthly rent | SAR 3,254 | SAR 2,499– |
| Price per m² in the city centre | SAR 9,084 | SAR 4,261– |
| Price per m² outside the centre | SAR 5,432 | SAR 1,799– |
Cost of everyday items in Al Khobar
Groceries in Al Khobar are around 7% more expensive than the average for Saudi Arabia, while eating out is around 20% more expensive than the country average.
A litre of milk typically costs SAR 6.26.
A 500g loaf of fresh white bread typically costs SAR 4.84.
A pack of 20 cigarettes typically costs SAR 24.98.
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Milk, 1 litre | SAR 6.26 | SAR 5.51– |
| Fresh white bread, 500g | SAR 4.84 | SAR 3.00– |
| Eggs, 12 large | SAR 8.93 | SAR 6.00– |
| Local cheese, 1kg | SAR 27.38 | SAR 19.99– |
| Chicken fillets, 1kg | SAR 37.85 | SAR 15.98– |
| Beef round, 1kg | SAR 43.59 | SAR 24.98– |
| Apples, 1kg | SAR 10.13 | SAR 6.00– |
| Oranges, 1kg | SAR 7.58 | SAR 3.94– |
| Potatoes, 1kg | SAR 5.18 | SAR 1.99– |
| Lettuce, 1 head | SAR 6.38 | SAR 1.50– |
| White rice, 1kg | SAR 9.38 | SAR 6.00– |
| Tomatoes, 1kg | SAR 6.75 | SAR 1.95– |
| Bananas, 1kg | SAR 6.49 | SAR 4.99– |
| Onions, 1kg | SAR 6.34 | SAR 4.01– |
| Water, 1.5 litre bottle | SAR 2.10 | SAR 1.50– |
| Mid-range bottle of wine | SAR 9.98 | SAR 4.99– |
| Domestic beer, 0.5 litre bottle | SAR 6.08 | SAR 2.85– |
| Imported beer, 0.33 litre bottle | SAR 7.01 | SAR 4.99– |
| Cigarettes, 20 pack | SAR 24.98 | SAR 19.99– |
Eating out in Al Khobar
A 0.5-litre draught beer typically costs SAR 9.49, making Al Khobar the most expensive place in Saudi Arabia to buy a beer.
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | SAR 24.98 | SAR 15.00– |
| Three-course meal for two | SAR 200 | SAR 200– |
| Fast food combo meal | SAR 29.97 | SAR 27.98– |
| Domestic beer, 0.5 litre draught | SAR 9.49 | SAR 6.00– |
| Imported beer, 0.33 litre bottle | SAR 9.98 | SAR 7.01– |
| Soft drink, 0.33 litre bottle | SAR 3.86 | SAR 3.00– |
| Water, 0.33 litre bottle | SAR 1.73 | SAR 1.01– |
| Cappuccino | SAR 16.99 | SAR 13.99– |
Transport in Al Khobar
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| One-way public transport ticket | SAR 3.75 | SAR 1.99– |
| Monthly public transport pass | SAR 255 | SAR 59.98– |
| Gasoline, 1 litre | SAR 2.33 | SAR 2.18– |
| Taxi start | SAR 12.49 | SAR 4.99– |
| Taxi, per km | SAR 4.99 | SAR 1.99– |
| Taxi waiting, 1 hour | SAR 24.98 | SAR 24.98–SAR 24.98 |
| Volkswagen Golf, new | SAR 249,917 | SAR 149,951– |
| Toyota Corolla sedan, new | SAR 83,317 | SAR 79,324– |
Utilities in Al Khobar
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment Monthly | SAR 370 | SAR 229– |
| Broadband internet Monthly | SAR 261 | SAR 218– |
| Mobile phone plan Monthly | SAR 123 | SAR 99.97– |
How is Al Khobar for families?
A family of four with two adults and two children may need a gross household income of SAR 182,000 a year in Al Khobar, excluding childcare costs.
Private preschool or kindergarten typically costs SAR 2,256 a month.
A three-bedroom apartment in the city centre typically costs SAR 4,432 a month.
Al Khobar scores 88/100 on Numbeo's safety index.
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Family of four, excluding rent Monthly, Numbeo household estimate | SAR 11,931 | Not applicable |
| Family of four, including rent Monthly, Numbeo household estimate | SAR 16,363 | Not applicable |
| Private preschool or kindergarten Monthly | SAR 2,256 | SAR 1,500– |
| International primary school Annual | SAR 27,658 | SAR 17,994– |
Leisure and clothing in Al Khobar
| Item | Average price | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Gym membership Monthly | SAR 307 | SAR 125– |
| Tennis court rental, 1 hour | SAR 137 | SAR 99.97– |
| Cinema ticket | SAR 57.47 | SAR 49.97– |
| Jeans | SAR 237 | SAR 200– |
| Summer dress from a chain store | SAR 312 | SAR 150– |
| Nike running shoes | SAR 362 | SAR 250– |
| Men's leather business shoes | SAR 350 | SAR 200– |
Source: Numbeo, 1 June 2026.
What salary do I need to live in Al Khobar?
By combining Numbeo's living-cost estimates with the tax rates in Saudi Arabia, we can estimate the gross salary you would need to live in Al Khobar. Use the calculator below to see how much you would need to live in Al Khobar, and where your money goes.
Recommended gross salary
SAR 62,853
Needed to support 1 adult and no children in Al Khobar, living in a one-bedroom apartment outside the centre.
- Take-home pay
- SAR 62,853
- Living costs
- SAR 62,853
- Tax and contributions
- SAR 0
| Operator | Item | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Gross salary | SAR 62,853 | |
| − | Income tax and contributions | SAR 0 |
| = | Take-home pay | SAR 62,853 |
| − | Rent | SAR 22,672 |
| − | Groceries | SAR 11,000 |
| − | Eating out | SAR 6,137 |
| − | Transport | SAR 3,059 |
| − | Utilities | SAR 7,420 |
| − | Leisure | SAR 5,332 |
| − | Other estimated costs | SAR 7,232 |
| = | Left over: savings target | SAR 0 |
SAR 62,853 gross salary modelled as one employment income gives a 0.0% effective tax rate and SAR 0 estimated deductions a year. Use our salary tax calculator for a more detailed estimate.
What the estimate includes
- Rent for your housing choice and Numbeo's household living costs for your household size
- National income tax for 2026
What it doesn't include
- Employee social contributions
- Regional, state or local income tax
- Joint filing, partner income and household allowances
- Age, pension, expat-regime or special-residency rules
- Bonuses, benefits and other income
- Child care or school unless you choose it
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How each cost is worked out
Rent. The selected one-bedroom apartment outside the centre in Al Khobar costs an estimated SAR 1,889 per month. SAR 1,889 per month × 12 months = SAR 22,672 a year.
Groceries. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Al Khobar spends an estimated SAR 917 on groceries per month. SAR 917 per month × 12 months = SAR 11,000 a year.
Eating out. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Al Khobar spends an estimated SAR 511 on eating out per month. SAR 511 per month × 12 months = SAR 6,137 a year.
Transport. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Al Khobar spends an estimated SAR 255 on transport per month. SAR 255 per month × 12 months = SAR 3,059 a year.
Utilities. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Al Khobar spends an estimated SAR 618 on utilities per month. SAR 618 per month × 12 months = SAR 7,420 a year.
Leisure. Numbeo estimates a household of one person in Al Khobar spends an estimated SAR 444 on leisure per month. SAR 444 per month × 12 months = SAR 5,332 a year.
Other estimated costs. Numbeo's household estimate for miscellaneous costs: this may include things like clothing, shoes and entertainment costs. SAR 603 per month × 12 months = SAR 7,232 a year.
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Tax estimate assumptions
Tax year 2026. One resident employee and one employment income are assumed. Zero personal income tax on employment income. No employee social security contributions for non-Saudi expatriates. Saudi nationals pay 9.75% GOSI (9% social insurance + 0.75% SANED unemployment) with employer paying 11.75%. Non-employment income may be subject to corporate/withholding tax.
Important
This calculator gives an estimate of the income needed to cover living costs. It is not tax, legal or financial advice. It uses Numbeo prices as of 1 June 2026, Saudi Arabia's tax rules for 2026 and Wise exchange rates of 21 October 2026, and models one employment income. Check your figures with the salary tax calculator or the official rules in PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries / GOSI.
Figures for 1 adult, outside the centre, no savings target.
Cost of living in Al Khobar: common questions
Is Al Khobar expensive to live in?
Al Khobar is one of the most expensive cities in both Saudi Arabia and Asia.
A single person spends about SAR 3,348 a month excluding rent, against SAR 3,142 in the typical city in Saudi Arabia (the median of 9 cities, Numbeo, as of 1 June 2026).
Worldwide, Al Khobar costs the same as or more than 45% of the 1,942 cities with a Numbeo household estimate, which makes it a relatively affordable city.
What salary do you need to live in Al Khobar?
A single person may need a gross salary of at least SAR 63,000 a year to cover estimated living costs in Al Khobar, renting a one-bedroom apartment outside the centre and saving nothing.
This is an estimate from Numbeo prices as of 1 June 2026 and Saudi Arabia's tax rules for 2026. Use the salary calculator to add your household, housing and a savings target.
How much is rent in Al Khobar?
A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre typically costs SAR 2,379 a month, and SAR 1,889 outside the centre, according to Numbeo averages as of 1 June 2026.
A three-bedroom apartment costs about SAR 4,432 a month in the centre and SAR 3,254 outside it.
Al Khobar is the 4th most expensive city in Saudi Arabia for a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre.
How much does a family spend in Al Khobar?
A family of four spends about SAR 11,931 a month on living costs excluding rent, or SAR 16,363 including rent, according to Numbeo's household estimate as of 1 June 2026.
With two adults earning and a three-bedroom home outside the centre, the household may need a gross income of SAR 182,000 a year, excluding childcare costs.
Private preschool or kindergarten typically costs SAR 2,256 a month per child.
How does Al Khobar compare with Saudi Arabia's other cities?
Al Khobar ranks 3rd of 9 cities in Saudi Arabia for one person's monthly costs including rent, where 1st is the most expensive.
Excluding rent, one person's costs are 6.6% more than in the typical city in Saudi Arabia.
Where this data comes from
- Living costs and prices
- Numbeo, snapshot of 1 June 2026
- Exchange rates
- Wise mid-market rates, 21 October 2026
- Tax rules
- Expatica salary tax calculator, Saudi Arabia 2026
- Locations and population
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 1 October 2026
- Regions for continent ranks
- UN M49 regions
Important
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How living costs and salaries are calculated
- Your household size (adults and children, one to six people) picks Numbeo's household estimate for groceries, eating out, transport, utilities, leisure and rent.
- Rent is replaced by the price of a one-bedroom apartment (one or two people) or a three-bedroom apartment (three or more), in or outside the centre. A flatshare, for one adult without children, is a third of a three-bedroom home.
- "Other estimated costs" is Numbeo's household total less the named categories, not a separately reported price. Where a total is below its own categories, we use the categories, and a larger household's costs other than rent are never lower than a smaller household's.
- Child care and school are optional: preschool uses the city's monthly price for each child, international primary school its annual fee spread over 12 months. Children's ages, eligibility and public provision are not modelled.
- The salary is the gross income that leaves these costs, plus your savings target, after tax under Expatica's rules for Saudi Arabia (2026). One adult has one employment income; two adults are two earners splitting it evenly, with no joint filing or household allowances. What the tax model covers is listed with the result.
- Numbeo's figures are in US dollars, converted with one set of Wise mid-market rates. Without them, amounts stay in US dollars and no salary is estimated.
How cities are compared and matched
- A typical city is the median of one person's monthly costs across the 9 cities in Saudi Arabia in this guide and across the 1,942 cities worldwide with a Numbeo household estimate. Each row is its own median, so the rows do not add up.
- Ranks put the most expensive city first, and equal estimates share a rank. The worldwide percentile is the share of those 1,942 cities whose one-person monthly total, rent included, is the same or lower than Al Khobar's.
- Nearby cities are places in this guide, possibly across a border, by straight-line distance between GeoNames location points.
- Comparable cities are in the same GeoNames population band (under 100,000, 100,000–499,999, 500,000–999,999, or 1 million and above; a neighbouring band, labelled, when a band has too few countries), one per country, outside Saudi Arabia and not already listed as nearby. Population years and boundaries vary, so the bands are rough size guides.
- The match score compares a single person's costs excluding rent and the rent of a central one-bedroom apartment. For each, we divide the lower city's price by the higher; the score is the square root of the two ratios multiplied together, × 100. If both prices are 80% of the other city's, the match is 80%; if both are twice as high, 50%. It measures how close the costs are, not which city is cheaper or how alike they are to live in.