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Cost of living in Sangmelima

Sangmelima, a city in Cameroon, offers a unique blend of cultural richness and economic dynamics. Understanding the cost of living here is crucial for both residents and newcomers.

This guide provides a detailed breakdown of expenses in Sangmelima, covering essential categories such as dining, groceries, transportation, housing, and utilities.

Cost of Living Summary

Dining and Restaurants
  • Inexpensive Restaurant MealA meal at a casual restaurant will typically cost $3.99 on average, with a range between $1.6 and $11.17.
  • Mid-Range Restaurant (Three-Course Meal for Two)For a more upscale dining experience, expect to pay around $39.88, with prices ranging from $31.91 to $79.77.
  • Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $5.18, with a range between $4.79 and $5.58.
  • Beverages (e.g., Domestic Beer, Imported Beer, Cappuccino, Coke/Pepsi)Domestic beer ranges from $0.8 to $2.39, imported beer $1.28 to $1.6, cappuccino $0.64 to $3.99, and Coke/Pepsi $0.64 to $3.19.
Grocery Prices
  • MilkMilk is priced between $1.6 and $4.15 per liter, averaging $2.35.
  • Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs between $0.32 and $1.6, with an average price of $1.
  • Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs range from $1.34 to $1.91, averaging $1.45.
  • Fruits (e.g., Apples, Oranges)Apples cost $1.6 to $6.38 per kg, while oranges range from $0.8 to $2.87 per kg.
  • Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced between $0.8 and $1.6 per kg, and lettuce costs $0.32 to $0.8 per head.
Transportation
  • Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced between $1.01 and $1.34 per liter.
  • Taxi FaresTaxi fares start at $0.48, with a cost of $0.24 to $0.48 per km and $3.99 to $7.98 per hour of waiting.
Housing Costs
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (City Centre)The price per square meter to buy an apartment in the city centre is not specified in the data provided.
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (Outside Centre)The price per square meter to buy an apartment outside the city centre is not specified in the data provided.
Utilities
  • Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment cost between $35.89 and $79.77, averaging $59.82.
  • InternetInternet services range from $39.88 to $47.86, with an average cost of $42.54.

Cost of Living Data

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Restaurants
Avg / Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
$3.99
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
$39.88
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
$5.18
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.04
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.60
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.40
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.43
Cappuccino (regular)
$2.19
Markets
Avg / Range
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
$2.35
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
$1.00
Eggs (regular) (12)
$1.45
Local Cheese (1kg)
$12.76
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.85
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
$7.98
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1.07
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.38
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
$1.60
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$5.85
Apples (1kg)
$4.07
Oranges (1kg)
$1.91
Potato (1kg)
$1.49
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.53
Rice (white), (1kg)
$0.92
Tomato (1kg)
$1.10
Banana (1kg)
$1.86
Onion (1kg)
$1.34
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
$5.58
Transportation
Avg / Range
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.19
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)
$30,311.28
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.48
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
$0.40
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$5.98
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)
$14,357.97
Utilities (Monthly)
Avg / Range
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment
$59.82
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)
$42.54
Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data
$17.95
Sports And Leisure
Avg / Range
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
$7.98
Clothing And Shoes
Avg / Range
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$23.93
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)
$27.92
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)
$23.93
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes
$43.87
Salaries And Financing
Avg / Range
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate
6%
Childcare
Avg / Range
Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child
$226.42
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child
$1,515.56
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