Is Ad Dammam more expensive than Accra?

Ad Dammam is 0.2% cheaper than Accra overall. Rent is 0.8% higher, groceries 16.6% cheaper, and restaurants 27.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Accra or Ad Dammam?

Accra has a purchasing power index of 12.1 while Ad Dammam has 100.8 (NYC = 100). Ad Dammam offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇬🇭 Accra vs 🇸🇦 Ad Dammam

2026

Ad Dammam is 0.2% cheaper

Category	🇬🇭 Accra	🇸🇦 Ad Dammam	Difference
Cost of Living	44.1	44.0	-0.2%
Rent	12.0	12.1	+0.8%
Groceries	51.9	43.3	-16.6%
Restaurants	44.9	32.5	-27.6%
Purchasing Power	12.1	100.8	+733.1%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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