Is the cost of living in Al Khobar high?

"The cost of living in Al Khobar varies depending on the lifestyle of the individual. Prices are overall more costly compared to other Middle Eastern nations. However, rental prices are one of the major benefits as they are much lower than in other parts of the world. The rental cost of a nice 1 bedroom apartment in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia is around $500-900 USD per month, while a nice 2 bedroom flat is normally around $1100-1500 USD per month. Eating out in Al Khobar can also be fairly cheap depending on the type of restaurant. A dinner at a moderately priced restaurant will usually cost around $15-20 USD per person," said another expat in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.