Amman, Jordan

In 2024, a single person living in Amman needs approximately JOD 964/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around JOD 1,910/month. Amman is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Amman costs approximately JOD 500/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around JOD 950/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Amman are approximately JOD 260 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Amman costs JOD 45 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Amman average JOD 95 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Amman is located in Jordan (Middle East). With a 1-bed rent of JOD 500/month and total single-person expenses around JOD 964/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Amman costs approximately JOD 8 in 2024. Budget around JOD 64/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Amman from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from JOD 440 in 2022 to JOD 534 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Amman in 2024, a single person needs approximately JOD 964/month. This covers rent (JOD 500), groceries (JOD 260), transport (JOD 45), utilities (JOD 95) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around JOD 1,910/month.