Retiring in Amman, Jordan

Overview

One of the more stable capitals in its region, with deep history and lower costs than Gulf states.

Home Price

Homes in Amman typically range from $126k to $190k.

Source: Zillow Home Value Index. Estimates only — verify current pricing before making decisions.

Cost of Living

Amman's cost of living index is 43.9 compared to a U.S. national average of 100 (adjusted to a common basis so it can be compared directly with U.S. destinations).

Climate

Average summer highs around 90°F and winter daytime temperatures around 57°F, with low humidity and a “Four seasons” seasonal pattern.

Geography & Landscape

Healthcare

Healthcare access and quality index: 65.6/100 (Numbeo Health Care Index — a crowdsourced perception score, not a clinical outcomes measure).

Safety & Stability

Amman scores a safety index of 54.0/100 and a political stability score of 5.4/10, based on sourced crime and stability data.

Airport Access

About 34 minutes to the nearest major airport we could confirm. *Estimated drive time (straight-line distance) — not real routing data. Worth checking directly.

Lifestyle & Activities

Outdoor activities:

• Hiking
• Tennis / racquet sports
• Nature / bird watching

Culture & lifestyle:

• Food culture
• Museums
• Shopping

Things to Consider

• No dedicated retirement visa
• Regional geopolitical considerations

Visa & Residency Notes

Medium — Jordan's residency process is workable but not a dedicated retirement track; considered one of the more stable countries in its region.

Visa terms vary by nationality and change often — verify current requirements with the destination’s official immigration authority before making decisions.