Saudi Arabia
Digital Nomad Life in Saudi Arabia
Summary: Digital nomads like living in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia because it is a modern city with a vibrant economy and a low cost of living. The city is also home to a large expat community, making it easy to meet other digital nomads and build a network. The best neighborhood to live in Al Khobar is Al-Rashid, which is known for its modern infrastructure, shopping malls, and restaurants. It is also close to the beach and has easy access to public transportation. The approximate population of Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia is around 600,000. The weather in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia is generally hot and dry, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-90s Fahrenheit. The monthly cost of living for a digital nomad in Al Khobar is around $1,000 USD. This includes rent, utilities, food, and entertainment. The cost to rent a centrally located, one-bedroom apartment with high-speed internet access in Al Khobar is around $500 USD per month.
How do I meet people in Saudi Arabia?
When we asked people living in Saudi Arabia about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded:
"Many expats join social and professional clubs in Saudi Arabia such as the International Women's Group and the Riyadh International Sports Club. These clubs offer a space for expats to connect, network, and enjoy recreational activities. Expats can also meet people through activities like volunteer work, language classes, or religious groups. Additionally, they may meet people through work or by attending networking events or conferences in the area," said one person in Saudi Arabia.
"There were many expatriate clubs before the 2004 security incident which caused most westerners to leave. Everything from knitting and drama to golf and scuba diving. They all vanished, but are just startign to come back due to the huge influx of westerners to Yanbu because of the gigantic industrial expansion. There are only two western expatriate compounds - Arabian Homes and The Cove. If you live on either, there are many social activities," remarked one foreigner who made the move to Yanbu.
"As most expats which come to KSA (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) are married, and most have children, there are ample activities to get involved in," explained one person living in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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