Dammam

🇸🇦Saudi Arabia•Global

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living49

Safety60

Healthcare68

Career Opportunities59

Climate35

Transport73

Air Quality50.5

Family Friendliness64.33

Education58

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 Dammam a good place to live?

Dammam scores 56/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 49/100), moderately safe (safety: 60/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 68/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Dammam?

Dammam has a cost of living score of 49/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Dammam?

Dammam has a transport score of 73/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Dammam?

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

▸Is Dammam safe for expats?

Dammam has a safety score of 60/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 50.5/100.

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