Zarqa

🇯🇴Jordan•Middle East

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living45

Safety68

Healthcare68

Career Opportunities49

Climate63

Transport63

Air Quality68.5

Family Friendliness65

Education52

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Zarqa a good place to live?

Zarqa scores 61/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 45/100), moderately safe (safety: 68/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 68/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Zarqa?

Zarqa has a cost of living score of 45/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Zarqa?

Zarqa has a transport score of 63/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Zarqa?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Zarqa are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Zarqa safe for expats?

Zarqa has a safety score of 68/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 68.5/100.

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