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Overview
Jordan🇯🇴
At a Glance
How Jordan compares across key indices
Cost of Living
45 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
55/100
Healthcare
66/100
Quality of Life
120/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Jordan
Cost of Living
45
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
34
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
45
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
48
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Jordan - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
55/100
Crime Index
55/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Jordan
Jordan has 34 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $896 in Ma'an to $1,169 in Amman. Russeifa leads on safety, scoring 55/100. Mafraq ranks highest for quality of life at 124/200.
💸Most Affordable
Ma'an
$896/mo
Safest
Russeifa
55/100
Best Quality of Life
Mafraq
124/200
Best Healthcare
Amman
78/100
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34 of 34 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amman | $1,169 | 50/100 | 122/200 | 78/100 | 65 |
| Zarqa | $1,027 | 53/100 | 123/200 | 71/100 | 60 |
| Irbid | $1,011 | 54/100 | 123/200 | 70/100 | 59 |
| Russeifa | $975 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 67/100 | 56 |
| Ḩayy Khildā | $972 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 67/100 | 56 |
| Khuraybat as Sūq | $958 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 66/100 | 55 |
| Wādī as Sīr | $957 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 66/100 | 55 |
| Ar Ramthā | $949 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 66/100 | 54 |
| Ṣuwayliḥ | $948 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 66/100 | 54 |
| ‘Ajlūn | $940 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 65/100 | 53 |
| As Salţ | $933 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 65/100 | 53 |
| Aqaba | $927 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 64/100 | 52 |
| Rukban | $921 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 64/100 | 52 |
| Marj Al Hamam | $920 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 64/100 | 52 |
| Mādabā | $920 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 64/100 | 52 |
| Mafraq | $902 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Az̧ Z̧ulayl | $897 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Ma'an | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Al Jubayhah | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Saḩāb | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Ḩayy al Quwaysimah | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Jarash | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Aţ Ţafīlah | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| ‘Izrā | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Qīr Moāv | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Karak City | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Judita | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Al Fuḩayş | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Aydūn | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Umm as Summāq | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Kurayyimah | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Māḩiş | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| ‘Anjarah | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
| Safi | $896 | 55/100 | 124/200 | 62/100 | 50 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Families
Schools
149 verified school profiles across 2 cities in Jordan — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Abdul Hamid Sharaf School
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Cambridge International School
Al Farid Star Academy And Schools
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Cambridge International School
AL ASRIYYA SCHOOL
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Cambridge International School
Al Asriyya Schools
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AmmanAges varyContact school
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Ap Course Ledger
AL ETTIFAQ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
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AmmanAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
125 more verified schools in Jordan are available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Jordan
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Jordan
Pollution Index
58/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
28.8ug/m3
Unhealthy for sensitive
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Jordan, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Jordan?
Jordan has a cost of living index of 45 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $933 in As Salţ and reach $1,169 in Amman.
What is the cheapest city in Jordan for expats?
As Salţ is the most affordable city in Jordan in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $933 for a single person including rent. ‘Ajlūn is the next most affordable at $940/mo.
Is Jordan safe for expats?
Jordan has a safety index of 55/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Russeifa scores highest on safety at 55/100.
What is the best city in Jordan for expats and digital nomads?
‘Ajlūn ranks highest for quality of life in Jordan, scoring 124/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $940/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, As Salţ offers the lowest monthly costs at $933/mo.
How good is healthcare in Jordan?
Jordan scores 66/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Jordan cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Jordan's cost of living is roughly 55% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 66% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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