Cost of Living 2026

Rice Price in Saudi Arabia (2026)

Rice costs about $1.07 per 500g ($1.07 / Rp19401.99 IDR) in Saudi Arabia in 2026, about 13% above the Rp17185.94 IDR world average. It is the #28 most expensive of 85 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Egypt, priciest: United States). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.

Saudi Arabia vs the world

CountryPriceNotes
Saudi Arabia$1.07 per 500g$1.07 / Rp19401.99 IDR
World averageRp17185.94 IDR
World medianRp15956.78 IDR
Cheapest: EgyptRp5439.81 IDRrank #85 of 85
Most expensive: United StatesRp40435.92 IDRrank #1 of 85

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Frequently asked questions

How much is rice in Saudi Arabia?
Rice costs about $1.07 per 500g (Rp19401.99 IDR) in Saudi Arabia in 2026.
Is rice expensive in Saudi Arabia?
It is the #28 most expensive of the 85 countries tracked by imhere, about 13% above the Rp17185.94 IDR world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
Rice in Saudi Arabia is about $1.07 per 500g / Rp19401.99 IDR.
Which country has the cheapest rice?
The cheapest in this comparison is Egypt at about Rp5439.81 IDR.
Which country has the most expensive rice?
The most expensive is United States at about Rp40435.92 IDR.
How does the cost of living in Saudi Arabia compare?
The world average for rice is about Rp17185.94 IDR and the median is Rp15956.78 IDR - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
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