Verdict: Riyadh is 50% cheaper — saving you $1,390/month ($16,680/year)
Tel Aviv ($2,795/mo)
Riyadh ($1,405/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$1800
$800
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$1200
$500
Cheap Meal
$15
$6
Mid-Range Meal
$40
$20
Transit Pass
$50
$40
Utilities
$120
$80
Internet
$25
$55
Groceries
$350
$250
CategoryTel AvivRiyadhDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$1800$800+$1000
1BR Apartment (Outside)$1200$500+$700
Cheap Meal$15$6+$9
Mid-Range Meal$40$20+$20
Transit Pass$50$40+$10
Utilities$120$80+$40
Internet$25$55$-30
Groceries$350$250+$100
Total Estimated$2,795$1,405$1,390 (50%)

Safety Index

Tel Aviv: 70/100

Riyadh: 80/100

Average Monthly Salary

Tel Aviv: $3,500

Riyadh: $3,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tel Aviv cheaper than Riyadh?

Riyadh is approximately 50% cheaper.Tel Aviv costs around $2,795/month vs Riyadh at $1,405/month. That is a saving of $1,390/month ($16,680/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Tel Aviv or Riyadh?

Riyadh has cheaper rent.Tel Aviv charges $1800/month for a city-center 1BR, while Riyadh is $800/month.

Which city is safer — Tel Aviv or Riyadh?

Riyadh is safer, with a safety index of 80/100 vs 70/100.