Compared to the Gulf countries, especially in the Middle East, housing and rents in Saudi Arabia are cheaper. The cost of living in Saudi Arabia is 66.5% higher than the cost of living in Indonesia. The cost of renting a property is also 45.9% higher than in Indonesia. Even though the average cost of living and rent in Saudi Arabia is more expensive than in Jakarta, Indonesian expatriates can still cover their living expenses with competitive salaries and housing allowances. Here CPBIS summarises the comparison of the cost of living and the cost of renting in Saudi Arabia:
Comparison of rental prices in Saudi Arabia and Indonesia, viz:
| SAR | IDR | |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 1,896 | Rp. 7.907.364 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 1,427 | Rp. 5.951.376 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 3,204 | Rp. 13.362.445 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 2,253 | Rp. 9.396.251 |
