Jeddah

🇸🇦Saudi Arabia•Global

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living54

Safety59

Healthcare70

Career Opportunities61

Climate37

Transport76

Air Quality48.5

Family Friendliness63.33

Education59

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 Jeddah a good place to live?

Jeddah scores 58/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 54/100), moderately safe (safety: 59/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 70/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Jeddah?

Jeddah has a cost of living score of 54/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Jeddah?

Jeddah has a transport score of 76/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Jeddah?

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

▸Is Jeddah safe for expats?

Jeddah has a safety score of 59/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 48.5/100.

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