Construction & Real Estate

Development Director Salary
in Dammam 2026

SAR 51,771 /mo

SAR 621,252/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

SAR 621,252

Salary Range

43,928–61,185

Total Package

SAR 51,771

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

SAR 51,771
P10 MEDIAN P90
SAR 30,750 P25: SAR 43,928 P75: SAR 61,185 SAR 79,541

50% of Development Directors in Dammam earn between SAR 43,928 and SAR 61,185 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
SAR 33,714
Housing Allowance 30%
SAR 10,114
Transport 10%
SAR 3,371
Medical Insurance
SAR 675
Annual Flight
SAR 469
Gratuity (accrued)
SAR 1,405
Total Package
SAR 51,771/mo SAR 621,252/year

0% Income Tax β€” Take-home equals gross

Monthly SAR 51,771
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Development Director in Dammam

121K 91K 61K 31K 43K 0-2 yrs 47K 3-5 yrs 54K 6-9 yrs 62K 10-14 yrs 73K 15-19 yrs 89K 20-25 yrs 81K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years SAR 36,236 SAR 42,706 SAR 50,471
3-5 years SAR 39,882 SAR 47,003 SAR 55,550
6-9 years SAR 45,446 SAR 53,561 SAR 63,299
10-14 years SAR 52,196 SAR 61,517 SAR 72,702
15-19 years SAR 62,160 SAR 73,260 SAR 86,580
20-25 years SAR 75,330 SAR 88,782 SAR 104,924
25-30 years SAR 68,894 SAR 81,197 SAR 95,960

Salary by Industry

How Development Director pays across industries in Dammam

Executive & General Management
SAR 67,302
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
SAR 62,125
+20%
Oil, Gas & Energy
SAR 61,090
+18%
Legal & Compliance
SAR 57,984
+12%
Engineering & Technology
SAR 51,771
0%
Healthcare & Medical
SAR 49,182
-5%
Finance & Accounting
SAR 49,182
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
SAR 47,629
-8%
Sales & Marketing
SAR 46,594
-10%
Human Resources
SAR 45,558
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
SAR 45,558
-12%
Government & Public Sector
SAR 44,005
-15%
Media & Creative
SAR 44,005
-15%
Education & Training
SAR 41,417
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
SAR 40,381
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With SAR 51,771/mo salary and estimated expenses of SAR 25,886/mo, you could save SAR 25,885/mo (SAR 310,620/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Development Director in Dammam is SAR 51,771 per month (SAR 621,252 per year). Salaries range from SAR 43,928 at the 25th percentile to SAR 61,185 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Development Director with approximately 7 years of experience in Dammam can expect a median base salary of SAR 51,771/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (SAR 10,114), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately SAR 51,771.

In Saudi Arabia, Development Director positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (30% of base salary), transportation allowance (10%), annual flight tickets for home country visits, private medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity as mandated by labor law. Senior roles may also include education allowance for dependents and performance bonuses.

Dammam offers moderately competitive salaries for Development Director positions in the GCC region. While cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi typically anchor at the higher end of the pay scale, the lower cost of living in some cities can result in better purchasing power. Use the comparison chart above to see exact figures across all 28 GCC cities.

Dammam is a growing market for Construction & Real Estate professionals. The city offers tax-free income, a multicultural working environment, and strong demand for skilled professionals. The Construction & Real Estate sector in Saudi Arabia continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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