Cost of Living in Mauritania - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Mauritania
Address: MR

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $500 (excluding rent), and $787 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,406 (excluding rent), and $1,831 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$3.38 MRU 135

$2.51 MRU 100.0

$7.51 MRU 299

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$23.88 MRU 952

$12.50 MRU 498

$37.48 MRU 1,494

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.21 MRU 248

$6.05 MRU 241

$7.06 MRU 281

Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.92 MRU 76.7

$1.23 MRU 49.08

$2.93 MRU 117

Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.50 MRU 99.7

$1.75 MRU 69.7

$2.96 MRU 118

Cappuccino

$2.53 MRU 101

$1.29 MRU 51.6

$3.89 MRU 155

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

$1.82 MRU 72.5

$1.29 MRU 51.3

$2.11 MRU 84.3

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.14 MRU 85.3

$1.24 MRU 49.52

$3.74 MRU 149

Milk (1 liter)

$1.45 MRU 57.9

$1.29 MRU 51.4

$1.56 MRU 62.0

White Bread (500g)

$0.29 MRU 11.39

$0.24 MRU 9.49

$0.36 MRU 14.43

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.25 MRU 49.80

$0.80 MRU 31.84

$2.07 MRU 82.5

Eggs

$2.18 MRU 87.1

$1.49 MRU 59.6

$2.98 MRU 119

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.16 MRU 325

$2.56 MRU 102

$10.23 MRU 408

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.05 MRU 201

$2.84 MRU 113

$7.15 MRU 285

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.81 MRU 272

$5.17 MRU 206

$8.61 MRU 343

Apples (1kg)

$2.16 MRU 86.1

$1.52 MRU 60.6

$4.61 MRU 184

Banana (1kg)

$1.74 MRU 69.3

$1.48 MRU 58.9

$1.96 MRU 78.3

Oranges (1kg)

$1.25 MRU 49.70

$0.74 MRU 29.51

$1.72 MRU 68.7

Tomato (1kg)

$0.97 MRU 38.62

$0.52 MRU 20.73

$1.28 MRU 51.2

Potato (1kg)

$0.74 MRU 29.65

$0.37 MRU 14.63

$1.22 MRU 48.52

Onion (1kg)

$0.69 MRU 27.66

$0.60 MRU 23.87

$1.20 MRU 47.74

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.60 MRU 23.83

$0.53 MRU 20.95

$0.65 MRU 25.89

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.64 MRU 25.54

$0.49 MRU 19.44

$0.97 MRU 38.50

Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)

$10.11 MRU 403

Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.62 MRU 104

$2.56 MRU 102

$2.72 MRU 108

Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.78 MRU 71.0

$1.76 MRU 70.2

$1.81 MRU 72.2

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.55 MRU 102

$2.57 MRU 103

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.46 MRU 18.33

$0.36 MRU 14.51

$0.54 MRU 21.38

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$17.51 MRU 698

$15.01 MRU 598

$28.77 MRU 1,147

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.85 MRU 34.06

$0.50 MRU 19.74

$1.22 MRU 48.76

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.26 MRU 10.46

$0.40 MRU 15.90

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$6.61 MRU 263

$4.81 MRU 192

$7.60 MRU 303

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.33 MRU 53.1

$0.98 MRU 39.17

$1.81 MRU 72.2

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

$7,686 MRU 306.4K

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

$9,356 MRU 373.0K

$8,814 MRU 351.4K

$9,356 MRU 373.0K

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

$145 MRU 5,779

$87.6 MRU 3,491

$250 MRU 9,973

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

$25.36 MRU 1,011

$7.61 MRU 304

$50.7 MRU 2,023

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$60.3 MRU 2,405

$50.3 MRU 2,004

$62.8 MRU 2,505

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$87.9 MRU 3,505

$25.29 MRU 1,008

$253 MRU 10.1K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$256 MRU 10.2K

Cinema Ticket

$4.46 MRU 178

$3.83 MRU 153

$5.10 MRU 203

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

$81.1 MRU 3,234

$55.7 MRU 2,219

$97.4 MRU 3,883

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$6,004 MRU 239.4K

$2,562 MRU 102.2K

$8,541 MRU 340.5K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$20.39 MRU 813

$8.26 MRU 330

$30.06 MRU 1,199

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$20.96 MRU 836

$7.62 MRU 304

$25.37 MRU 1,011

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$70.0 MRU 2,790

$15.26 MRU 609

$102 MRU 4,058

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$35.90 MRU 1,431

$12.69 MRU 506

$76.2 MRU 3,040

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$183 MRU 7,314

$102 MRU 4,063

$283 MRU 11.3K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$140 MRU 5,591

$102 MRU 4,066

$198 MRU 7,893

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$639 MRU 25.5K

$509 MRU 20.3K

$846 MRU 33.7K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$273 MRU 10.9K

$253 MRU 10.1K

$421 MRU 16.8K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$6,497 MRU 259.0K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,623 MRU 64.7K

$249 MRU 9,923

$2,996 MRU 119.5K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$572 MRU 22.8K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

16.5

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

Last update: January 11, 2026

By City in Mauritania

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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	Nouadhibou	85953		$173	$260	$529	$717	38.32	61.04
2	Nouakchott	958399	42	$510	$834	$1,556	$1,906	30.49	64.11

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Cost of Living in Mauritania - Frequently Asked Questions

If you’re evaluating Mauritania for a short visit or a longer stay, you’ll notice pockets of value that depend on your lifestyle. For typical travelers, street-food meals and market purchases can stretch a budget, while Western-style options sit higher in price. Expats on local salaries or freelancers who barter and shop like locals often find everyday costs reasonable, but imported goods, electronics, or stays in more upscale hotels can push daily expenses higher. Budgeting around meals, transport, and modest accommodations helps you stay flexible. Cost of Living in Mauritania offers a contrast to more commercialized destinations, with a slower pace and accessible living costs in smaller towns. Tip: Map out a rough monthly plan based on your planned activities and season.

Daily life centers around urban hubs and markets. In cities like Nouakchott, you’ll find a range of housing from simple apartments to guesthouses; in smaller towns options tend to be basic but affordable. Use local listings and word of mouth to compare neighborhoods rather than relying on tourist districts. Food options span street stalls, markets, and family-owned eateries where you can sample couscous and seafood, with cooking at home stretching your budget. Transport leans on shared taxis, buses, and occasional car hires. For digital nomads, look for reliable Wi‑Fi cafes or coworking spaces in central districts. Mauritania living cost varies by neighborhood, so plan a practical search radius before committing. Tip: Start with a short-term rental to test comfort and connectivity.

Quality of life hinges on climate, pace, and access to basics. Shape your budgeting framework by prioritizing essentials, negotiating longer-term rents, and favoring local markets for meals to save where you can. The climate brings hot stretches that change outdoor plans, while coastal or inland areas offer different activity windows, so adapt your schedule accordingly. To find a fit, weigh proximity to markets, clinics, and coworking spaces, plus walkability and safety in your target area. Compare experiences across cities by ease of meeting daily needs rather than chasing luxury. Tip: Build a simple monthly plan, track small savings, and adjust as you learn your preferred rhythm.