Cost of Living in Comoros - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $758 (excluding rent), and $1,471 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,634 (excluding rent), and $2,939 including rent.
Currency
🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$6.24 KMF 2,645
$1.14 KMF 482
$11.34 KMF 4,805
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$19.59 KMF 8,299
$18.71 KMF 7,926
$20.46 KMF 8,667
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$8.35 KMF 3,535
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Cappuccino
$1.84 KMF 778
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Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.01 KMF 428
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Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.66 KMF 278
$0.45 KMF 191
$0.85 KMF 361
Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.09 KMF 462
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Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.9 KMF 807
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🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$4.39 KMF 1,859
$2.85 KMF 1,208
$6.84 KMF 2,900
White Bread (500g)
$0.57 KMF 242
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Rice (white) (1kg)
$1.72 KMF 731
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Eggs
$5.19 KMF 2,200
$3.29 KMF 1,393
$8.12 KMF 3,440
Local Cheese (1kg)
$7.87 KMF 3,333
$5.72 KMF 2,424
$10.02 KMF 4,246
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$12.72 KMF 5,388
$8.17 KMF 3,461
$17.28 KMF 7,319
Apples (1kg)
$5.36 KMF 2,270
$3.57 KMF 1,512
$7.14 KMF 3,024
Tomato (1kg)
$4.23 KMF 1,792
$2.29 KMF 972
$6.89 KMF 2,919
Potato (1kg)
$4.59 KMF 1,945
$3.47 KMF 1,472
$5.72 KMF 2,421
Onion (1kg)
$3.28 KMF 1,389
$1.81 KMF 767
$4.76 KMF 2,016
Lettuce (1 head)
$2.29 KMF 970
$2.29 KMF 970
$2.29 KMF 970
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$1.32 KMF 560
$0.93 KMF 393
$1.72 KMF 727
Wine (Bottle)
$17.56 KMF 7,438
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Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1 KMF 425
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Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$6.91 KMF 2,927
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🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.64 KMF 273
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Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$33.75 KMF 14.3K
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Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.71 KMF 302
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Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.87 KMF 369
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Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$12.08 KMF 5,117
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Gasoline (1 liter)
$3.04 KMF 1,290
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Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$19.8K KMF 8.4M
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Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$18.2K KMF 7.7M
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🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$116 KMF 49K
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SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$34.87 KMF 14.8K
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Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$76.3 KMF 32.3K
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🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$35.59 KMF 15.1K
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Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$13.79 KMF 5,844
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Cinema Ticket
$6.62 KMF 2,805
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🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$407 KMF 172.3K
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International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$14.8K KMF 6.3M
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👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$63.7 KMF 27K
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Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$62.7 KMF 26.6K
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Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$112 KMF 47.6K
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Men's Leather Business Shoes
$87.4 KMF 37K
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🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$745 KMF 315.6K
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1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$618 KMF 261.8K
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3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$1,467 KMF 621.6K
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3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$1,193 KMF 505.5K
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Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$1,617 KMF 684.8K
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Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$1,395 KMF 590.8K
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💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$674 KMF 285.4K
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20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
3.8
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Citycost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.
Cost of Living in Comoros - Frequently Asked Questions
Is the cost of living in Comoros a good value for travelers, expats, and digital nomads, and how does it compare to other destinations?
Cost of Living in Comoros offers a sensible baseline for budgeting, especially when you stay outside the main urban core. Housing can be affordable in smaller towns and on several islands, while Moroni tends to be pricier for rentals and some imported goods. Local markets deliver fresh produce and seafood at good value, helping food costs stay manageable. Utilities and internet can be less predictable than in bigger cities, so you may want a small buffer for outages or slower speeds. The flip side: travel between islands shapes purchases and activities. Tip: align your stay with local market days and off-peak travel to maximize value.
What does day-to-day life look like in Comoros in terms of housing search, food, transport, co-working, and errands?
Comoros living cost is a practical lens for planning housing and transport. Housing options cluster around Moroni and other towns on Grande Comore, with short-term leases handy while you scout longer-term arrangements. Local markets supply affordable produce, and cooking at home often beats dining out. For transport, ferries link the islands and taxis or shared minibuses handle intra-island hops; plan trips around daylight and weather. Co-working spaces exist in main towns, but internet isn’t always stable, so many digital nomads use a hybrid setup with mobile data and cafe hubs. Errands cluster in urban cores, where banks and SIM shops are easier to access. Tip: map your routine around market days.
How can you optimize quality of life with a budgeting framework, seasonal awareness, and neighborhood fit in Comoros?
You can frame your budget with simple, practical tiers: essentials (housing, food, utilities), discretionary (co-working, dining out), and contingencies. In Comoros, prioritize housing/location to reduce transport costs; lean toward neighborhoods close to markets and services. Use local markets for produce and seafood, which helps your food budget stretch. Build a flexible plan for seasonal shifts in travel and imports – some goods may be harder to find during wet seasons or festival periods. For quality of life, balance quieter island life with access to a co-working hub or cafe scene and reliable healthcare. Tip: track spending against a simple monthly ledger and adjust as island life changes.
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