City in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan
Cost of living in Aqaba
How much a month costs in Aqaba
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,550–2,540 (JD1,100–1,800).
Prices in Aqaba
Typical 2026 ranges in JOD, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | JOD | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | JD250–420 | $353–592 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | JD180–300 | $254–423 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | JD8–16 | $11–23 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | JD40–100 | $56–141 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | JD2–4 | $2.8–5.6 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | JD8–16 | $11–23 |
| Cappuccino | JD2–3.5 | $2.8–4.9 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | JD3–5 | $4.2–7.1 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | JD0.5–1 | $0.7–1.4 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | JD2–4 | $2.8–5.6 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | JD25–50 | $35–71 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | JD5–10 | $7.1–14.1 |
Value for money: 31/100
A value score of 31/100 means Aqaba gives more quality of life per dollar than 30% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 57/100. It's the 4th most affordable of 6 places we cover in Jordan.
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Cost of living across Jordan
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Aqaba
Similar safety, lower cost, in Middle East.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Aqaba?
About $776–1,130 on a lean budget, $1,550–2,540 for a comfortable month and $3,100–5,640 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Aqaba?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs JD250–420 ($353–592) a month in the center and JD180–300 ($254–423) outside it.
How much does food cost in Aqaba?
A local meal is JD2–4 ($2.8–5.6); a mid-range restaurant is JD8–16 ($11–23) per person.
Is Jordan expensive?
Prices in Jordan are about 42% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority
- Visit Jordan
- Jordan Pass
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.