People considering employment with Saudi Aramco typically want to know what it is like to live in Saudi Arabia. They are interested in the communities, the type of housing they would live in, the quality of the schools and the availability of recreational facilities in which they can pursue leisure activities.

Saudi Aramco provides a great lifestyle for its employees. Most community and residential services are provided at no charge. Buses, schools, maintenance and use of athletic facilities are free. Even electricity, water and local telephone service are included in the rent.

Communities are very traditional in character with tree-lined streets, grass lawns, schools, grocery stores and golf courses, swimming pools, to name just a few examples. The company operates these communities exclusively for its employees.