Can I realistically live on 300 JD/month in Irbid as a single guy?
I'm considering a job in Irbid with a salary of 300 JD/month (before the 7.5% social security deduction, so around 277 JD net). I'd be moving from Mafraq and renting on my own — just a single room or a small studio near the workplace.
For anyone living in Irbid right now, I'd really appreciate a reality check on a few things:
What does a small studio or single room actually cost per month these days? Is shared housing much cheaper, and is it easy to find?
Roughly how much do utilities (electricity/water/internet) run for one person, and how bad does it get in summer/winter with AC or heating?
If I cook at home most of the time, what's a realistic monthly food budget?
Basically I'm trying to figure out if I can cover my expenses and still save a little each month, or if 300 JD only breaks even once you're paying rent alone. Honest answers welcome — I'd rather hear it's tight now than find out the hard way.
Thanks in advance 🙏