What are the highest paying jobs in Saudi Arabia?

The highest paying jobs in Saudi Arabia include Petroleum Engineer ($122,000), Civil Engineer ($60,000). Senior-level roles in technology, healthcare, and finance typically command the highest salaries.

What is the cost of living in Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia has a cost of living index of 55/100 and a purchasing power parity (PPP) factor of 1.60. This means a salary of $50,000 in Saudi Arabia has roughly the local purchasing power of $31,250 in the United States.

What currency are salaries paid in Saudi Arabia?

Salaries in Saudi Arabia are typically paid in SAR (SAR). All figures on this page are converted to USD at current exchange rates for fair cross-country comparison.

How does Saudi Arabia compare to other countries for salary?

Saudi Arabia salaries are +18.0% compared to the global average. Use our compare tool to see how Saudi Arabia stacks up against any other country side-by-side, including PPP-adjusted purchasing power.

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Salaries in Saudi Arabia

Salary data for the top 2 job roles in Saudi Arabia in 2026. Figures are in USD unless otherwise noted.

Avg. salary (mid)

$91,000

vs. global avg

+18.0%

Currency

SAR SAR

Cost of living

55 / 100

Average Salary in Saudi Arabia by Experience

Average across all tracked roles · USD

Entry-level

0–2 yrs

$53K

Mid-level

3–5 yrs

$91K

Senior

6+ yrs

$151.5K

Cost of living index: 55/100 · PPP factor: 1.60x vs. USD

Top Roles by Salary

Median annual salary in USD · Mid-level experience

Salary by Role

Role	Level	Min	Median	Max
Petroleum EngineerSAR	Mid-level	$85K	$122K	$172K
Civil EngineerSAR	Mid-level	$40K	$60K	$85K

Source: Aggregated public data 2025–2026. All figures in USD.

Frequently Asked Questions

The average mid-level salary in Saudi Arabia is $91,000 per year, which is +18.0% compared to the global average of $77,108. Salaries vary significantly by industry, experience level, and city.

Last updated: May 9, 2026 · Source: Aggregated public data (BLS, Glassdoor, LinkedIn, PayScale).