Cost of Living in Gambia - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Gambia
Address: GM

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $553 (excluding rent), and $681 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,443 (excluding rent), and $1,596 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$4.20 GMD 311

$1.40 GMD 104

$6.99 GMD 517

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$57.0 GMD 4,214

$28.01 GMD 2,072

$91.1 GMD 6,742

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.23 GMD 461

$4.16 GMD 308

$8.31 GMD 615

Cappuccino

$2.60 GMD 193

$1.07 GMD 78.9

$4.99 GMD 369

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.74 GMD 129

$0.73 GMD 53.7

$3.54 GMD 262

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.20 GMD 88.5

$0.34 GMD 25.38

$2.26 GMD 167

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$3.73 GMD 276

$1.72 GMD 127

$7.00 GMD 518

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.69 GMD 273

$2.80 GMD 207

$4.54 GMD 336

Milk (1 liter)

$1.46 GMD 108

$1.11 GMD 82.3

$2.51 GMD 186

White Bread (500g)

$0.70 GMD 51.5

$0.20 GMD 14.81

$1.29 GMD 95.2

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.23 GMD 91.2

$0.72 GMD 53.1

$1.79 GMD 132

Eggs

$2.22 GMD 164

$1.69 GMD 125

$2.61 GMD 193

Local Cheese (1kg)

$5.62 GMD 416

$4.32 GMD 320

$7.65 GMD 566

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$8.04 GMD 595

$2.89 GMD 214

$17.31 GMD 1,281

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$5.44 GMD 402

$4.43 GMD 328

$6.41 GMD 474

Apples (1kg)

$3.10 GMD 230

$1.41 GMD 104

$4.39 GMD 325

Banana (1kg)

$2.32 GMD 171

$1.05 GMD 77.7

$4.37 GMD 323

Oranges (1kg)

$2.17 GMD 160

$1.45 GMD 107

$4.49 GMD 332

Tomato (1kg)

$1.86 GMD 137

$0.70 GMD 51.6

$2.09 GMD 155

Potato (1kg)

$1.02 GMD 75.6

$0.69 GMD 51.1

$1.10 GMD 81.4

Onion (1kg)

$1.04 GMD 76.9

$0.75 GMD 55.2

$1.34 GMD 99.4

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.24 GMD 17.72

$0.13 GMD 9.93

$0.34 GMD 24.81

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.39 GMD 29.01

$0.33 GMD 24.77

$0.48 GMD 35.38

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$1.96 GMD 145

$1.73 GMD 128

$2.09 GMD 154

Wine (Bottle)

$6.88 GMD 509

$6.20 GMD 458

$13.77 GMD 1,019

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.22 GMD 164

$1.15 GMD 85.4

$2.92 GMD 216

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.71 GMD 126

$1.39 GMD 103

$2.79 GMD 206

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.20 GMD 14.76

$0.13 GMD 9.84

$0.33 GMD 24.60

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$6.67 GMD 493

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.56 GMD 41.16

$0.37 GMD 27.18

$0.75 GMD 55.1

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.73 GMD 54.3

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$4.14 GMD 307

$2.76 GMD 204

$5.52 GMD 408

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.07 GMD 79.3

$0.99 GMD 73.6

$1.13 GMD 83.7

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$2,640 GMD 195.3K

$2,569 GMD 190.1K

$2,712 GMD 200.6K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$4,040 GMD 298.9K

$3,462 GMD 256.2K

$4,328 GMD 320.2K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$33.32 GMD 2,465

$21.43 GMD 1,586

$42.86 GMD 3,171

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$14.76 GMD 1,092

$8.43 GMD 624

$21.09 GMD 1,560

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$46.82 GMD 3,464

$35.11 GMD 2,598

$70.2 GMD 5,196

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$24.75 GMD 1,832

$21.22 GMD 1,570

$28.29 GMD 2,093

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$14.45 GMD 1,069

Cinema Ticket

$3.61 GMD 267

$2.89 GMD 214

$4.33 GMD 321

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$7.12 GMD 527

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$143 GMD 10.6K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$56.9 GMD 4,210

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$42.56 GMD 3,149

$40.37 GMD 2,987

$44.75 GMD 3,311

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$100 GMD 7,432

$97.7 GMD 7,230

$103 GMD 7,635

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$85.9 GMD 6,354

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$101 GMD 7,472

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$84.0 GMD 6,211

$22.46 GMD 1,662

$143 GMD 10.6K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$255 GMD 18.9K

$227 GMD 16.8K

$284 GMD 21.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$108 GMD 8,015

$72.2 GMD 5,343

$144 GMD 10.7K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,439 GMD 106.4K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,160 GMD 85.9K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$60.4 GMD 4,472

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

10.12

5.25

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 19, 2026

By City in Gambia

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Bakau	-		$264	$287	$560	$676	19.02	9.08
2	Banjul	31356	30	$576	$614	$1,358	$1,550	37.48	28.63
3	Barra	-		$117	$110	$267	$264	34.77	39.81
4	Brikama	-			$179		$36.03	44.98	9.1
5	Brufut	-		$57.8	$59.6	$145	$137	98.17	9.1
6	Kololi	-		$118	$118	$500	$440	191.72	9.1
7	Nema Kunku	-		$129	$144	$342	$338	247.3	7.49

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Cost of Living in Gambia - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Gambia tends to be favorable for a beachside, relaxed lifestyle, especially compared with Western capitals. You’ll find everyday essentials like fresh produce and street food affordable, while imported goods can push costs higher in tourist hubs. Housing ranges from simple apartments to larger coastal homes, with cheaper options outside the main towns. Seasonal shifts and tourism influence prices, but longer leases often stabilize monthly costs. The value comes from a slower pace and the ability to prioritize experiences over luxury. Tip: Build a lean monthly plan that prioritizes local markets, flexible housing, and shared transport to keep expenses predictable.

In daily life, you’ll encounter markets, casual eateries, and affordable furnished options. For housing, look in coastal neighborhoods or upcountry towns where you can negotiate longer leases and find upgrades that fit a range of budgets. Food is varied: fresh produce at markets and small local restaurants offer good value. Transport leans on bush taxis, minibuses, and bikes, with occasional car hires for longer trips or weekend getaways. Co-working spaces and cafes with wifi support remote work, and errands can be done with mobile money or cash. Gambia living cost tends to stay modest if you prioritize local options and cook at home. Tip: Start with short stays in a few areas to compare connectivity, safety, and pace before committing long-term.

Quality of life comes from aligning routines with the place’s pace and your budget approach. Define essentials first – housing, food, transport – and then allocate for experiences, travel, and a small emergency buffer. A simple framework that keeps you flexible works well: spend on essentials, allot for discretionary items, and check in monthly to adjust. Seasonality shapes outdoor plans, with the dry season ideal for events and work outside, and the rainy season inviting indoor projects. For neighborhood fit, test several districts over a few weeks to gauge safety, access to markets, and wifi reliability. Tip: Engage with local or expat networks to discover trusted services and the vibe that suits you.