Town in Ma'an Governorate, Jordan
Cost of living in Petra
How much a month costs in Petra
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,410–2,260 (JD1,000–1,600).
Prices in Petra
Typical 2026 ranges in JOD, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | JOD | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | JD8–16 | $11–23 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | JD35–95 | $49–134 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | JD3–5 | $4.2–7.1 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | JD10–20 | $14–28 |
| Cappuccino | JD2–3.5 | $2.8–4.9 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | JD3–5 | $4.2–7.1 |
| Getting around | ||
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | JD2–4 | $2.8–5.6 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | JD5–10 | $7.1–14.1 |
Value for money: 52/100
A value score of 52/100 means Petra gives more quality of life per dollar than 51% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 66/100. It's the 2nd 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 Petra
Similar safety, lower cost, in Middle East.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Petra?
About $705–987 on a lean budget, $1,410–2,260 for a comfortable month and $2,820–4,940 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much does food cost in Petra?
A local meal is JD3–5 ($4.2–7.1); a mid-range restaurant is JD10–20 ($14–28) 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
- Petra Development & Tourism Region Authority
- Jordan Pass
- Visit Jordan
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 Spotted something out of date?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.