Cost of Living in Yemen 2026 — Rent, Food, Tax & BudgetAll figures are shown in EUR for comparability. The local currency of Yemen is the Yemeni rial (YER).
Monthly Living Costs in Yemen
Average prices from our cost dataset, re-checked on a rolling basis:
1BR Rent
per month, city average
3BR Rent
per month, city average
Groceries
per month, single person
Transport
per month, public transit pass
Utilities
per month, basic apartment
Meal Out
typical price per meal
Monthly budget (single person): €250 (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities)
Monthly budget (couple): €340 (shared 1-bedroom rent, two of everything else)
These are national averages — actual costs vary by city and lifestyle.
How Expensive Is Yemen Overall?
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (market data; higher = more expensive) | 38 |
| Rent index | 5.9 |
| Groceries index | 64.7 |
| Restaurant price index | 38.2 |
| Local purchasing-power index (higher = stronger) | 18.2 |
Salaries by Sector
Typical gross annual salaries in Yemen from our sector dataset:
| Sector | Typical gross annual (EUR) |
|---|---|
| IT & Software | €3,500 |
| Finance | €3,500 |
| Healthcare | €3,000 |
| Engineering | €3,000 |
| Education | €2,000 |
| Hospitality | €2,000 |
| Construction | €2,000 |
| Retail | €1,500 |
Taxes in Yemen
Headline tax figures that shape your take-home pay:
| Tax | Rate / amount |
|---|---|
| Effective income tax at €90k gross | 5% |
| Net monthly pay at €90k gross | €6,333 |
| VAT / sales tax | 5% |
| Top personal income-tax rate | 20% |
Worked example: on a €90,000 gross salary, net pay is about €6,333 per month. After rent and essentials (€250), roughly €6,083 per month is left for savings and discretionary spending.
How Yemen Compares to Its Neighbours
| Country | 1BR Rent | Groceries | Transport | Cost index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yemen | €120 | €85 | €5 | 38 |
| Oman | €650 | €280 | €35 | 47.3 |
| Saudi Arabia | €850 | €250 | €60 | 49.9 |
| Turkey | €450 | €120 | €18 | 27.5 |
Quality of Life Metrics
Beyond cost, these factors shape everyday life in Yemen:
Safety index
Healthcare index
Internet speed
English proficiency
Life expectancy
Expat satisfaction
What It Costs to Get In: Visas & Residence
We track 10 residence and visa routes for Yemen — see the full Yemen visa programme list.
Our engine estimates a minimum financial viability of €250 per month to sustain a move to Yemen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yemen expensive?
Yemen has a cost-of-living index of 38 (higher = more expensive). A 1-bedroom apartment averages €120 per month and a single person spends about €250 per month on rent plus essentials.
How much money do I need per month in Yemen?
About €250 per month covers rent and essentials for a single person (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities). A couple sharing a 1-bedroom apartment needs about €340 per month.
What is the average rent in Yemen?
A 1-bedroom apartment averages €120 per month and a 3-bedroom apartment averages €280 per month in Yemen. Prices vary significantly between city centres and smaller towns.
What do people earn in Yemen?
Typical gross annual salaries in Yemen range from €1,500 (Retail) to €3,500 (IT & Software), based on our sector dataset.
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