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'ajlun, Jordan

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$870
Retiree Score
69.0
Safety Index
78.4
Healthcare
14 facilities

Living in Ajlun means facing a brutal military crackdown at any moment. The city's population of 190,200 is dwarfed by the massive Jordanian military presence, which overwhelmed 2,500 Palestinian militants in a bloody 1971 offensive. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with the government ordering PLO fighters to relocate from Amman to the Ajlun countryside on a whim. Safety is also a serious concern - the fighting was so intense that Jordanian tanks were reported to have driven over wounded militants.

Ajlun is not for the faint of heart. Only the most committed revolutionaries would willingly subject themselves to this level of risk and turmoil.

Can I afford 'ajlun?

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'ajlun

You could save

2,130/mo

Savings Rate71%

Monthly Costs

Rent $320
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$550

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
71/100
Retiree Score
(i)
69/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
45/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Jordan Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
78
Safety
14
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $3
Rice (1kg) *$2
Chicken (1kg) *$6

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$7
Meal (Mid-range) $111
Cappuccino $5
Water (0.33L) *$0

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $49
Mobile Plan (mo) $14
Gym (mo) *$21
Cinema Ticket $11

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $256
1BR Outside (mo) *$187
3BR Center (mo) $488
3BR Outside (mo) *$332

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
Very Few
Top Neighborhoods
Center Area
Best For
none

Expat Life Notes

Historic castle town. Foreign presence is tourists, not long-term expats.

Pros

  • ✓ History
  • ✓ Cool weather

Cons

  • ✗ Isolated
  • ✗ Limited services

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

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Frequently Asked Questions

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'ajlun has a population of approximately 190,200 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $800 per month in 'ajlun, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $320/month.

The nearest airport to 'ajlun is ADJ, approximately 46km away.

'ajlun is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 78.4. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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