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Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia City Intelligence

Khamis Mushait is an indexed city in Saudi Arabia (Middle East), with a metropolitan population of about ~431K. This profile brings together deterministic city-intelligence indicators for Khamis Mushait spanning cost of living, climate, safety and quality of life, economy and jobs, education, and healthcare. Khamis Mushait is a middle east city of about ~431K in Saudi Arabia. On the composite city-intelligence score, Khamis Mushait sits below the indexed median, with practical gaps to close (64/100).

Last updated
2026-05-16
Data year
2025
Population
~431K
View of Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia

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Composite profile

Overall score

64/100

Use the Khamis Mushait profile to compare affordability, livability, and economic indicators against other indexed cities in Saudi Arabia and across Middle East, and to explore nearby nature and weekend destinations.

Overall64/100
Affordability66/100
Air quality55/100
Energy75/100

Overall city intelligence

Mixed

64/100

Composite directional score across affordability, air quality, clean energy, and resilience.

Data confidence

Directional

Directional indicators pending integration of verified city-level data.

Verified utility layers

See country hub

Emergency, healthcare, and transport verification status appears on the country hub.

Khamis Mushait data table

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Khamis Mushait city intelligence data table
MetricValueContext
Overall score64/100Composite score across major city intelligence modules.
Cost of Living66/100Khamis Mushait's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.
Air Quality55/100Khamis Mushait's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated.
Energy75/100Khamis Mushait's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.
Safety61/100Khamis Mushait's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.
Internet Speed70/100Khamis Mushait's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.
Climate Risk57/100Khamis Mushait's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.
Resilience57/100Climate adaptation and infrastructure continuity context.

Safety

Deterministic safety estimates from our index — planning signals derived from country priors and city data, not official crime statistics.

Safety

Overall safety73/100
Low crime74/100
Personal safety74/100
Night safety70/100
Road safety73/100

Khamis Mushait is estimated to be a generally safe city (73/100 in our safety index), with solid personal-safety indicators.

Quality of Life

A composite quality-of-life estimate and its component indicators.

Quality of Life

Quality of life72/100
Healthcare72/100
Education72/100
Green space90/100
Cleanliness72/100
Infrastructure84/100
Mobility57/100

Khamis Mushait has a high quality-of-life estimate (72/100), with notable strengths in green space and infrastructure.

Family Friendliness

How the city scores for raising a family, with the indicators that drive it.

Family Friendliness

Family friendliness75/100
Education72/100
Green space90/100
Overall safety73/100

Khamis Mushait scores high for family living (75/100), helped by safety and parks and green space.

Digital Nomad Suitability

Suitability for remote workers, based on connectivity, mobility, and livability.

Digital Nomad Suitability

Digital nomad suitability69/100
Walkability54/100
Cycling36/100
Infrastructure84/100

Khamis Mushait is high for remote workers (69/100), based on connectivity, affordability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.

Retirement Suitability

Suitability for retirement, weighing healthcare, affordability, climate, and environment.

Retirement Suitability

Retirement suitability69/100
Healthcare72/100
Cleanliness72/100
Outdoor lifestyle45/100

Khamis Mushait is high for retirement (69/100), appealing for affordability.

Emergency and public safety in Khamis Mushait

Local public safety guidance for Khamis Mushait, with the country-level emergency contacts that apply when calling for police, fire, or ambulance.

Unverified

For the universal emergency contacts that apply in Khamis Mushait, including police, fire, and ambulance, see the Saudi Arabia emergency profile, which currently lists no verified national contacts.

Methodology and the wider source registry are documented on the scoring methodology and data sources pages.

Healthcare and hospitals in Khamis Mushait

Healthcare context for Khamis Mushait, with national-level information from Saudi Arabia where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only and does not provide medical advice.

Unverified

For the national healthcare and public-health context that applies in Khamis Mushait, see the Saudi Arabia healthcare profile, which currently lists no verified national healthcare information.

Related sections: emergency and public safety, scoring methodology, and data sources.

Transport and mobility in Khamis Mushait

Local mobility context for Khamis Mushait, with national-level context from Saudi Arabia where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only.

Unverified

For national transport authorities and operators that apply in Khamis Mushait, see the Saudi Arabia transport profile, which currently lists no verified national transport information.

Related sections: emergency and public safety, healthcare and hospitals, cities directory, countries directory, scoring methodology, data sources.

Air quality dataset

Source-attributed air-quality dataset for Khamis Mushait. Verified measurements are surfaced when published from accepted official datasets; transparent fallback is shown otherwise.

Air quality dataset for Khamis Mushait

Verified data unavailableLast updated 2026-05-16 / data year 2025

Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location

Source-attributed values for Khamis Mushait will appear here after the platform integrates verified measurements from accepted official publishers. Until then, structured air-quality module context remains available on the dedicated module page.

Khamis Mushait air-quality dataset coverage
MetricValueData yearStatus
Air qualityVerified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location.

Data provenance

Source attribution
  • Global City Intelligence — air-quality dataset

    Verified data unavailable
    Publisher
    Global City Intelligence
    Last verified
    2026-05-16

    The air-quality dataset begins empty by design. Verified city-level measurements appear here only after they are sourced from accepted publishers (WHO, EEA, US EPA, OpenAQ, OECD, or official national/city environmental agencies).

Quick answers

Quick, evidence-based answers about Khamis Mushait drawn from this profile's indexed cost, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data. Figures are deterministic estimates for orientation — verify specifics with official sources.

Quick answers about Khamis Mushait

Is Khamis Mushait worth visiting?

Yes — strong quality of life (72/100), with nearby nature such as Sarawat Mountains, Asir Mountains.

Is Khamis Mushait good for families?

Strong (75/100) on safety, schools and green space.

Is Khamis Mushait affordable?

More affordable than average; about 4,880 SAR/month for one person (estimate).

When is the best time to visit Khamis Mushait?

Late spring to early autumn; warmest in Jul, coldest in Jan.

What are Khamis Mushait's main industries?

Mainly energy, tourism, hospitality.

What is the climate in Khamis Mushait?

A desert climate, averaging about 27.8°C.

Does Khamis Mushait have universities?

Higher education is good (60/100).

What is healthcare like in Khamis Mushait?

Healthcare access is good (60/100).

Is Khamis Mushait good for retirement?

Retirement suitability is good (59/100).

What nature is near Khamis Mushait?

Within ~170 km: Sarawat Mountains, Asir Mountains.

Explore Khamis Mushait modules

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Cost of Living in Khamis Mushait

Khamis Mushait's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.

Air Quality in Khamis Mushait

Khamis Mushait's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated.

Energy in Khamis Mushait

Khamis Mushait's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.

Safety in Khamis Mushait

Khamis Mushait's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.

Internet Speed in Khamis Mushait

Khamis Mushait's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.

Climate Risk in Khamis Mushait

Khamis Mushait's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.

City rankings

Compare this city against other indexed cities in crawlable ranking tables.

Cost of living in Khamis Mushait

Cost of living estimates for Khamis Mushait — monthly budgets, rent, food, and transport in the local currency, plus an affordability score for comparison. Planning estimates derived from country baselines, not live prices.

Climate in Khamis Mushait

Climate profile for Khamis Mushait — Desert climate, annual average 27.8°C, comfort score 43/100. Month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, sunshine, and the best months to visit. Deterministic planning estimates, not a forecast.

Economy and jobs in Khamis Mushait

Economy and jobs profile for Khamis Mushait — tourism economy, economy score 64/100, key industries including energy, tourism, hospitality. Employment, salary, startup, remote-work, and career indicators. Deterministic planning estimates.

Universities and education in Khamis Mushait

Education profile for Khamis Mushait — regional education center, education score 57/100, 4 representative universities, plus research, student life, and international-student indicators. Deterministic dataset, not institutional rankings.

Healthcare and retirement in Khamis Mushait

Healthcare and retirement profile for Khamis Mushait — regional healthcare center, healthcare score 60/100, retirement score 59/100. Medical access, specialist and emergency care, affordability, and retirement suitability. Deterministic planning estimates.

Visual guide to Khamis Mushait

Source-attributed visual context for Khamis Mushait using verified Wikimedia imagery from the existing media catalog, alongside structured city intelligence and planning links. Not a tourism guide or attractions ranking.

Weekend trip planning guide for Khamis Mushait

Weekend trip planning checklist for Khamis Mushait — links into arrival planning, Summer 2026 travel context, visual orientation, budget tools, transport, public safety, and healthcare context. Not an itinerary, events calendar, hotel-price guide, restaurant guide, or tourism ranking.

Estimate a monthly budget for Khamis Mushait

Estimate a monthly budget for Khamis Mushait using your own housing, food, transport, healthcare, and lifestyle inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official cost-of-living measurement.

Plan a trip budget for Khamis Mushait

Plan a trip budget for Khamis Mushait using your own accommodation, food, local transport, activities, travel, healthcare buffer, and emergency buffer inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official travel cost estimate.

Nearby cities from Khamis Mushait

Where else nearby you could spend a day or a weekend from Khamis Mushait. Links are derived from geographic proximity, shared region, shared natural-recreation areas, transport corridors, and country borders — not popularity or tourism rankings.

Abha, Saudi Arabia

Nearby city · about 26 km from Khamis Mushait. Explore Abha's city intelligence profile.

Bareq, Saudi Arabia

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Sabya, Saudi Arabia

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Jizan, Saudi Arabia

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Najran, Saudi Arabia

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Bisha, Saudi Arabia

Same region · about 190 km from Khamis Mushait. Explore Bisha's city intelligence profile.

Al Bahah, Saudi Arabia

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Turubah, Saudi Arabia

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Ta'if, Saudi Arabia

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Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Same region · about 461 km from Khamis Mushait. Explore Mecca's city intelligence profile.

Related collections

Regional discovery collections that include Khamis Mushait — named natural regions grouping nearby nature, parks, lakes, coasts, and mountains for local-first day and weekend planning.

Themed collections

Theme-first discovery collections that include Khamis Mushait — grouped by outdoor interest (mountains, lakes, coasts, forests, national parks) rather than geography.

Khamis Mushait FAQ

Common questions about living in, visiting, working in, studying in and retiring to Khamis Mushait, answered from the indexed cost-of-living, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data on this profile.

Frequently asked questions about Khamis Mushait

Is Khamis Mushait worth visiting?

Khamis Mushait has a high quality-of-life estimate (72/100), with notable strengths in green space and infrastructure. Visitors can also reach nature such as Sarawat Mountains, Asir Mountains and Jabal Sawda within weekend range.

What is it like to live in Khamis Mushait?

Khamis Mushait has a high quality-of-life estimate (72/100), with notable strengths in green space and infrastructure. It indexes 72/100 for overall quality of life.

How much does it cost to live in Khamis Mushait?

A single resident of Khamis Mushait spends roughly 4,880 SAR per month, with a one-bedroom rent near 2,590 SAR. Overall the city is more affordable than average for Saudi Arabia. These are modelled estimates, not live quotes — verify locally.

What should I know about moving to Khamis Mushait?

Plan for below-average living costs and check current rents before relocating. Khamis Mushait is high for remote workers (69/100), based on connectivity, affordability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.

What is the job market like in Khamis Mushait?

Khamis Mushait's labour market is moderate, with opportunities concentrated in tourism and hospitality, technology and education and research. Khamis Mushait has a tourism-driven economy with strengths in energy, tourism and hospitality.

Is Khamis Mushait good for digital nomads and remote work?

Khamis Mushait offers solid infrastructure and amenities for remote professionals, with a remote-work score of 69/100.

What are the education options in Khamis Mushait?

Khamis Mushait is a regional education center with a mix of universities and research activity in our dataset, spanning fields such as Mathematics, Healthcare and Business.

Is Khamis Mushait a good place to study?

Khamis Mushait offers a moderate student environment, supported by relatively affordable living and strong quality of life.

What is healthcare like in Khamis Mushait?

Khamis Mushait has a regional healthcare center, supported by hospitals, specialist services, and public-health infrastructure, with a healthcare score of 60/100. Residents have solid access to healthcare across primary, specialist, and emergency care.

Is Khamis Mushait a good place to retire?

Khamis Mushait offers a combination of healthcare access, safety, and amenities that may appeal to retirees, with a retirement score of 59/100. Residents benefit from parks and green space and broad urban amenities and day-to-day services.

What is the climate like in Khamis Mushait?

Khamis Mushait has a desert climate, averaging about 27.8°C annually with roughly 103 mm of rain. The hottest month is Jul and the coldest Jan. The driest is typically Jul.

Is Khamis Mushait a safe place to live?

Khamis Mushait is estimated to be a generally safe city (73/100 in our safety index), with solid personal-safety indicators.

How easy is it to get around Khamis Mushait?

Khamis Mushait indexes a walkability score of 54 and a cycling score of 36 out of 100. Check the local operator for live transit routes and fares.

What nature and outdoor places are near Khamis Mushait?

Nature destinations within about 170 km of Khamis Mushait include Sarawat Mountains, Asir Mountains and Jabal Sawda. Each is linked with its official source on the profile.

Is Khamis Mushait good for families?

Khamis Mushait scores high for family living (75/100), helped by safety and parks and green space.

What outdoor activities are there around Khamis Mushait?

Khamis Mushait rates 45/100 for outdoor lifestyle and 90/100 for green space. Nearby nature such as Sarawat Mountains, Asir Mountains and Jabal Sawda supports day hikes, water activities and weekend trips.

Interpretation

Use the Khamis Mushait profile to compare affordability, livability, and economic indicators against other indexed cities in Saudi Arabia and across Middle East, and to explore nearby nature and weekend destinations. Its standout dimensions are energy (75/100) and internet speed (70/100). The area most worth watching is air quality (55/100), where the model registers practical gaps. Data year 2025; last updated 2026-05-16. Drawn from 4 institutional references.

Country context is available on the Saudi Arabia country page. Related rankings include Overall Intelligence, Quality of Life, Remote Work. See where Khamis Mushait appears in global rankings or read the scoring methodology.

Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation. Verified datasets are being integrated; official sources should be used for critical decisions.

Sources

4 institutional references inform this view, listed below with reliability notes. Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation; verified datasets are being integrated and official sources should be used for critical decisions.