Cost of Living in Khartoum - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $484 (excluding rent), and $904 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,242 (excluding rent), and $1,821 including rent.
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🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$7.62 SDG 3,893
$3.56 SDG 1,817
$13.39 SDG 6,836
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$32.58 SDG 16.6K
$21.58 SDG 11.0K
$60.3 SDG 30.8K
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$8.10 SDG 4,137
$7.09 SDG 3,620
$10.13 SDG 5,171
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$2.01 SDG 1,028
$0.89 SDG 452
$3.42 SDG 1,747
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.43 SDG 1,749
$2.01 SDG 1,029
$4.03 SDG 2,058
Cappuccino
$2.42 SDG 1,236
$0.67 SDG 343
$5.68 SDG 2,902
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.59 SDG 300
$0.42 SDG 216
$0.77 SDG 393
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.44 SDG 225
$0.37 SDG 187
$0.52 SDG 268
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$1.64 SDG 837
$1.01 SDG 516
$2.53 SDG 1,291
White Bread (500g)
$1.38 SDG 707
$0.51 SDG 262
$1.69 SDG 864
Rice (white) (1kg)
$3.40 SDG 1,737
$1.43 SDG 730
$5.11 SDG 2,608
Eggs
$2.77 SDG 1,417
$2.05 SDG 1,049
$3.51 SDG 1,790
Local Cheese (1kg)
$14.33 SDG 7,319
$4.95 SDG 2,529
$19.81 SDG 10.1K
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$6.62 SDG 3,382
$3.36 SDG 1,717
$12.23 SDG 6,244
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$6.74 SDG 3,441
$4.95 SDG 2,526
$13.27 SDG 6,776
Apples (1kg)
$4.80 SDG 2,450
$2.92 SDG 1,491
$5.84 SDG 2,982
Banana (1kg)
$1.22 SDG 621
$0.70 SDG 357
$1.71 SDG 874
Oranges (1kg)
$2.58 SDG 1,317
$1.02 SDG 519
$3.05 SDG 1,556
Tomato (1kg)
$1.79 SDG 915
$0.99 SDG 506
$2.97 SDG 1,517
Potato (1kg)
$1.36 SDG 692
$1.03 SDG 525
$3.08 SDG 1,574
Onion (1kg)
$1.07 SDG 545
$0.51 SDG 259
$2.03 SDG 1,037
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.66 SDG 335
$0.52 SDG 266
$1.04 SDG 532
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)
$3.88 SDG 1,983
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Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$4.11 SDG 2,099
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Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$1.46 SDG 747
$1.46 SDG 747
$2.56 SDG 1,305
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.71 SDG 365
$0.36 SDG 183
$1.17 SDG 600
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$25.36 SDG 12.9K
-
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$3.47 SDG 1,773
$1.98 SDG 1,013
$5.13 SDG 2,620
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$1.02 SDG 520
$1.02 SDG 520
$2.04 SDG 1,040
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$10.15 SDG 5,181
$8.12 SDG 4,145
$15.22 SDG 7,771
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.36 SDG 695
$1.09 SDG 554
$1.71 SDG 873
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$16.4K SDG 8.4M
$16.2K SDG 8.3M
$16.7K SDG 8.5M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$52.3 SDG 26.7K
$40.52 SDG 20.7K
$80.6 SDG 41.1K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$9.63 SDG 4,915
$9.63 SDG 4,915
$9.63 SDG 4,915
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$71.4 SDG 36.4K
$25.01 SDG 12.8K
$153 SDG 77.9K
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$33.58 SDG 17.1K
$11.08 SDG 5,659
$50.4 SDG 25.7K
Cinema Ticket
$4.05 SDG 2,067
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🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$91.1 SDG 46.5K
$58.9 SDG 30.1K
$168 SDG 85.9K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$1,840 SDG 939.3K
$1,374 SDG 701.7K
$3,926 SDG 2.0M
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$14.68 SDG 7,495
$9.90 SDG 5,054
$17.82 SDG 9,097
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$55.6 SDG 28.4K
$50.5 SDG 25.8K
$60.6 SDG 30.9K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$52.9 SDG 27.0K
$40.30 SDG 20.6K
$65.5 SDG 33.4K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$629 SDG 321.2K
$493 SDG 251.8K
$789 SDG 402.9K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$286 SDG 146.0K
$197 SDG 100.6K
$542 SDG 276.8K
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$1,218 SDG 622.1K
$976 SDG 498.3K
$1,506 SDG 768.8K
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$488 SDG 249.1K
$431 SDG 220.3K
$735 SDG 375.5K
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$2,127 SDG 1.1M
$991 SDG 505.8K
$4,359 SDG 2.2M
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$1,152 SDG 588.1K
$808 SDG 412.7K
$1,778 SDG 908.0K
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$188 SDG 95.9K
-
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
26
22
30

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Last update: April 12, 2026

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Cost of Living in Khartoum - Frequently Asked Questions
How affordable is Khartoum for travelers, expats, and digital nomads, and who tends to find the best value here?
Khartoum offers a mix of value and variability, sitting between regional hubs and larger global cities. For travelers and long term visitors you can find good value by choosing local options for meals and housing and by staying in neighborhoods with easy access to daily needs. Expats often balance space and price in older districts or compounds, while serviced apartments near central areas can push costs higher. Cost of Living in Khartoum, Sudan is a reference point you will compare against other destinations to decide what fits your pace. Tip: map a simple monthly budget and test neighborhoods before you commit.
What does daily life look like in terms of housing search, food options, transport, and errands for short stays or long term?
Daily life in Khartoum revolves around choosing the right balance of location and amenities. Housing ranges from older apartments to compound style blocks with security and some included utilities, while local markets and casual eateries offer affordable meals, with international groceries as options if you need them. Transport works with taxis, shared minibuses, and walking in central zones; for errands like banking or laundry, central neighborhoods are easiest to access. The Khartoum, Sudan living cost can shift with demand and season. Tip: plan a few neighborhood visits during different times of day to gauge traffic and services.
How can you maximize quality of life with budgeting, seasonality, and neighborhood fit while living in Khartoum?
A simple budgeting framework helps you sustain comfort without overcommitting. Start with fixed housing and utilities, then allocate for food and transport, plus a small buffer for surprises. Seasonality matters in Khartoum as the dry hot months can raise cooling needs and the rainy period shifts outdoor plans; use this to plan meals and activities ahead. Neighborhood fit matters as central zones offer services and nightlife while riverfront or quieter districts reduce noise and traffic. Save by cooking at home, shopping at local markets, and negotiating longer leases. Tip: review your plan every two to four weeks and adjust as needed.

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