Jeddah
Saudi Arabia, Asia
4.7M people
Asia/Riyadh
Arabic
Coastal City
Historical City
Jeddah
A major city on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia, known for its historical sites, modern architecture, and vibrant culture.
Major City
Red Sea
Safety
80
Security
Very Safe
Cost
75
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
75
Medical
Good
35°
L: 25°
Best time to visitNovember
Annual rainfall
50mmCost of Living
75
Overall Cost
Expensive
60
Rent Index
Moderate
70
Groceries
Expensive
65
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$800
City center
3 Bedroom
$2,000
City center
Cost vs Global Average25% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
70
Overall Quality Score
Very Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
70
Very Good
Good70
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Good
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
70
Very Good
Good70
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
50
Good
Average50
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
65
Very Good
Good65
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 60/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 80/100
Entertainment
70/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$2K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
45h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
75
Good
Good75
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
60
Moderate
Poor60
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
997
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
75
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent88
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 80/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 20/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability90/100
Emergency
997
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
75
Health Index
LIFESPAN
75
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
40
Fair
Poor40
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$30
Public Transport
PER LITER
$0.50
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
60
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
50
Fair
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
60
Good
Average60
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
50
Fair
Average50
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$30
per month
Fuel
$0.5
per liter
Taxi
$1
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
50
Schools
MONTHLY
—
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
75
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
70
Good
Major Universities
King Abdulaziz University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
75
Good75
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
80
Excellent80
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
70
Good70
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
50
Average50
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
50
Average50
Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
65
Good65
Digital Nomad Guide
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure75/100
Visa Process40/100
Banking & Finance80/100
Avg Salary
$1,500
Work Hours/Week
45h
Internet Cost
$50/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom65/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease65/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency50/100
Cultural Diversity60/100
Official Languages
Arabic
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Friday and Saturday
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Riyadh
Languages
Arabic
Emergency
997
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Friday and Saturday
Best Time to Visit
November
December
January
February
March
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
4.7M
Population
75
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$0.8K
1BR Rent
60
Transport
$2K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
King Abdulaziz University
Nearby location
Airports
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Nearby location
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