Cost of living in Dubai (United Arab Emirates) is 34% more expensive than in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)

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These prices were last updated on February 14, 2025. Exchange rate: 1.021 SAR / AED
For example, you would need at least ﷼‎ 30,819 (Dirham 30,180) in Dubai to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with ﷼‎ 23,000 in Riyadh.

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