Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

In 2026, a single person living in Riyadh needs approximately SAR 6,035/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around SAR 12,257/month. Riyadh is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Riyadh costs approximately SAR 3,756/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around SAR 7,513/month. Rent has changed +1.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Riyadh are approximately SAR 1,304 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Riyadh costs SAR 219 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Riyadh average SAR 438 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Riyadh is located in Saudi Arabia (Middle East). With a 1-bed rent of SAR 3,756/month and total single-person expenses around SAR 6,035/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Riyadh costs approximately SAR 40 in 2026. Budget around SAR 317/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Riyadh from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 18.6% over this period (from SAR 3,168 in 2022 to SAR 3,756 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Riyadh in 2026, a single person needs approximately SAR 6,035/month. This covers rent (SAR 3,756), groceries (SAR 1,304), transport (SAR 219), utilities (SAR 438) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around SAR 12,257/month.