Cost of Living in Yemen (2026)

COL Index: 57.1% of U.S. national average · Updated for 2026

Cost of Living Index

57.1%

vs U.S. average (100%)

Relative Cost

Below Average

Compared to U.S.

Currency

YER

Salary Data

10 Jobs

Top 10 highest paying

Top 10 Jobs in Yemen — COL-Adjusted Salaries

Rank	Job Title	Local Salary	COL-Adjusted (YER)
1	Surgeons / Doctors	408,726–1,336,873 YER/mo	715,750–2,341,250 YER/mo
2	Judges	343,443–1,123,995 YER/mo	601,500–1,968,500 YER/mo
3	Lawyers	278,160–911,117 YER/mo	487,250–1,595,750 YER/mo
4	Bank Managers	261,982–857,188 YER/mo	458,750–1,501,250 YER/mo
5	Chief Executive Officers	245,519–803,259 YER/mo	430,000–1,406,750 YER/mo
6	Chief Financial Officers	229,057–749,330 YER/mo	401,250–1,312,250 YER/mo
7	Orthodontists	220,825–723,785 YER/mo	386,750–1,267,500 YER/mo
8	College Professors	196,415–641,472 YER/mo	344,000–1,123,500 YER/mo
9	Pilots	163,774–536,452 YER/mo	286,750–939,500 YER/mo
10	Marketing Directors	147,312–482,523 YER/mo	258,000–845,000 YER/mo

* COL-adjusted salary is shown in YER, restated at the purchasing power implied by the cost of living index for Yemen.

Salary vs. Cost of Living by Category in Yemen

Category	Avg. Salary (Local)	COL-Adjusted (YER)	Purchasing Power
AI & Machine Learning	393,398 YER	689,000 YER	+75%
Finance & Accounting	388,857 YER	681,000 YER	+75%
Business Administration	433,420 YER	759,000 YER	+75%
Advertising	329,422 YER	577,000 YER	+75%
Architecture	334,218 YER	585,250 YER	+75%
Automotive & Car Industry	322,240 YER	564,250 YER	+75%
Aviation	396,804 YER	695,000 YER	+75%
Banking	466,061 YER	816,250 YER	+75%
Construction	318,891 YER	558,500 YER	+75%
Counseling	317,642 YER	556,250 YER	+75%
Customer Service	255,425 YER	447,250 YER	+75%
Education & Teaching	333,566 YER	584,250 YER	+75%
Energy	362,460 YER	634,750 YER	+75%
Engineering	304,245 YER	532,750 YER	+75%
Manufacturing	347,701 YER	609,000 YER	+75%
Fitness & Sports	231,299 YER	405,000 YER	+75%
Hospitality	330,784 YER	579,250 YER	+75%
Healthcare	860,878 YER	1,507,750 YER	+75%
Human Resources	321,417 YER	563,000 YER	+75%
Import & Export	249,720 YER	437,250 YER	+75%
Insurance	361,609 YER	633,250 YER	+75%
Information Technology	327,548 YER	573,750 YER	+75%
Law & Legal Services	507,501 YER	888,750 YER	+75%
Marketing	356,500 YER	624,250 YER	+75%
Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology	459,249 YER	804,250 YER	+75%
Public Relations	298,597 YER	523,000 YER	+75%
Procurement	329,790 YER	577,500 YER	+75%
Quality Control	289,514 YER	507,000 YER	+75%
Real Estate	383,464 YER	671,500 YER	+75%
Sales	388,573 YER	680,500 YER	+75%
Telecommunications	289,003 YER	506,250 YER	+75%

Cost of Living in Yemen — Overview

The cost of living in Yemen is 57.1% of the U.S. national average. This makes Yemen a more affordable destination compared to the United States. Your salary goes further here, especially for housing, food, and services.

Purchasing Power in Yemen

A salary with the purchasing power of the U.S. national average works out at approximately 43,782,750 YER in Yemen for the same standard of living. This means your money goes further in Yemen, making it an attractive destination for remote workers and expats.

Cost of Living Categories in Yemen

Housing

Housing in countries with a cost index of 57.1% tends to be the largest expense, often consuming 30-40% of income. Rent, utilities, and property costs vary significantly between urban and rural areas.

Food

Groceries and dining out in countries at 57.1% COL can vary widely. Local markets offer lower prices while imported goods cost more. Cooking at home is generally more affordable.

Transportation

Public transit and fuel costs in a 57.1% COL country. Many countries have efficient public transportation systems that reduce the need for personal vehicles.

Healthcare

Healthcare costs and insurance in 57.1% COL countries. Some countries have universal healthcare systems that significantly reduce out-of-pocket expenses.

Education

Education and childcare costs vary greatly with COL index. Public education is often subsidized while international schools charge premium fees.

Utilities

Electricity, water, internet, and other essential services. Weather patterns affect utility usage and costs significantly.

Clothing

Apparel costs in 57.1% COL environments. Imported brands cost more while local clothing is generally affordable.

Entertainment

Leisure activities and entertainment expenses. Costs for cinema, dining, and recreational activities scale with the overall COL index.

Salary Overview — Top 10 Jobs

Monthly salary in YER · singhyogendra.com.np

Surgeons / Doctors408,726 – 1,336,873872,800 YER
Judges343,443 – 1,123,995733,719 YER
Lawyers278,160 – 911,117594,639 YER
Bank Managers261,982 – 857,188559,585 YER
Chief Executive Officers245,519 – 803,259524,389 YER
Chief Financial Officers229,057 – 749,330489,194 YER
Orthodontists220,825 – 723,785472,305 YER
College Professors196,415 – 641,472418,944 YER
Pilots163,774 – 536,452350,113 YER
Marketing Directors147,312 – 482,523314,918 YER

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Top Paying Jobs in Yemen

See the full list of highest paying careers and salaries in Yemen.

Best Paying Jobs in Yemen

Take-Home Pay in Yemen

Estimate your after-tax salary and see how much you keep after deductions in Yemen.

Take-Home Pay in Yemen

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Yemen?

The cost of living in Yemen is 57.1% of the U.S. national average. This means it is less expensive than living in the average U.S. city.

How is the cost of living in Yemen calculated?

The cost of living index is based on prices for housing, food, transportation, healthcare, and other goods and services compared to the U.S. national average of 100.

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Yemen?

Salaries in Yemen should be adjusted by the cost of living index to keep the same purchasing power. A salary equivalent to the U.S. national average corresponds to roughly 43,782,750 YER in Yemen.