Cost of living in Nouadhibou

Nouadhibou, a bustling city in Mauritania, offers a unique blend of cultural experiences and economic opportunities. Understanding the cost of living here is crucial for anyone considering relocation or planning a visit.

This guide provides a detailed breakdown of expenses in Nouadhibou, 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 $2.52 on average, with a range between $2.02 and $3.78.
  • Mid-Range Restaurant (Three-Course Meal for Two)For a more upscale dining experience, expect to pay around $17.02, with prices ranging from $13.86 to $20.18.
  • Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $6.05.
  • CappuccinoA regular cappuccino costs about $2.52.
Grocery Prices
  • MilkMilk is priced at $1.26 per liter.
  • Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs $0.38.
  • Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs average $2.12.
  • Chicken Fillets (1kg)Chicken fillets are priced at $2.77 per kg.
  • Fruits (e.g., Apples, Oranges)Apples cost $1.76 per kg, while oranges are $1.13 per kg.
  • Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced at $0.76 per kg, and lettuce costs $0.63 per head.
  • Rice (1kg)Rice is priced at $1.13 per kg.
  • Tomato (1kg)Tomatoes cost $0.76 per kg.
  • Banana (1kg)Bananas are priced at $1.51 per kg.
  • Onion (1kg)Onions cost $0.71 per kg.
  • Beef Round (1kg)Beef round is priced at $6.3 per kg.
Transportation
  • Public Transport (One-Way Ticket)A one-way local transport ticket costs $0.38.
  • Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced at $1.26 per liter.
  • Taxi FaresTaxi fares start at $0.88, with an hourly waiting charge of $7.56.
Housing Costs
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $65.22.
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Outside the centre, rent averages $99.6.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Rent for a 3-bedroom apartment outside the centre averages $250.81.
Utilities
  • Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment are not specified in the data.
  • InternetInternet services pricing is not specified in the data.

Cost of Living Data

The following pricing data has been gathered from 4 user contributions, as of the most recent update in November, 2024.
Restaurants
Avg / Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
$2.52
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
$17.02
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
$6.05
Cappuccino (regular)
$2.52
Markets
Avg / Range
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
$1.26
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
$0.38
Eggs (regular) (12)
$2.12
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
$2.52
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$2.77
Apples (1kg)
$1.76
Oranges (1kg)
$1.13
Potato (1kg)
$0.76
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.63
Rice (white), (1kg)
$1.13
Tomato (1kg)
$0.76
Banana (1kg)
$1.51
Onion (1kg)
$0.71
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
$6.30
Transportation
Avg / Range
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
$0.38
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.26
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.88
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$7.56
Rent Per Month
Avg / Range
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
$65.22
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
$99.60
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
$250.81