Sana (Sanaa), Yemen, Yemen — cost of living
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About Sana (Sanaa), Yemen

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$634
Family of 4 / mo
$1,593
Avg salary (after tax)
$508

Sana, also known as Sanaa, is the capital city of Yemen . It is located in the mountainous region of the country, which gives it a unique beauty. The city has a rich history that dates back over 2,500 years, and you can see this in its stunning architecture.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Sanaa· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $55.36
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $77.99
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $83.03
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $55.78

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.06
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $485.07

Food - Beverages

  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.58
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.8
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.55
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.81
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $3.86

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $7.72
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $20.59
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.66

Food - Grocery

  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $3.57
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.76
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.2
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.1
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.58
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.96
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.74
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.09
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $2.97
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $12.87
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.66
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.81
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $4.53
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $30.1
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.95
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $9.07
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.43

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $145.94
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $257.53
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $167.41
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $631.01
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $493.66
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $89.72

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $73.83
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $2,362
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $56.53
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $5.8
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $9.02

Transportation

  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.52
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $2.58
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $67.14
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $34,126
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $11,583
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $3.86
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $4.15

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $87.6
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $53.51

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How we calculate these numbers

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