Cost of Living in Mauritania - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Mauritania
Address: MR

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $517 (excluding rent), and $778 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,399 (excluding rent), and $1,810 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$3.32 MRU 133

$2.46 MRU 98.6

$7.37 MRU 295

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$23.96 MRU 960

$12.53 MRU 502

$37.59 MRU 1,506

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.29 MRU 252

$6.12 MRU 245

$7.14 MRU 286

Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.00 MRU 80.1

$1.28 MRU 51.3

$3.05 MRU 122

Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.57 MRU 103

$1.80 MRU 72.2

$3.05 MRU 122

Cappuccino

$2.47 MRU 99.2

$1.27 MRU 50.8

$3.81 MRU 153

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

$1.83 MRU 73.4

$1.30 MRU 51.9

$2.13 MRU 85.3

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.20 MRU 88.2

$1.28 MRU 51.2

$3.84 MRU 154

Milk (1 liter)

$1.40 MRU 55.9

$1.24 MRU 49.61

$1.49 MRU 59.9

White Bread (500g)

$0.31 MRU 12.53

$0.26 MRU 10.44

$0.40 MRU 15.87

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.24 MRU 49.65

$0.79 MRU 31.74

$2.05 MRU 82.2

Eggs

$2.16 MRU 86.6

$1.48 MRU 59.3

$2.95 MRU 118

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.96 MRU 319

$2.50 MRU 100

$9.98 MRU 400

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.99 MRU 200

$2.81 MRU 113

$7.07 MRU 283

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.84 MRU 274

$5.19 MRU 208

$8.64 MRU 346

Apples (1kg)

$2.07 MRU 83.1

$1.46 MRU 58.5

$4.43 MRU 177

Banana (1kg)

$1.76 MRU 70.6

$1.50 MRU 60.0

$1.99 MRU 79.7

Oranges (1kg)

$1.30 MRU 52.1

$0.77 MRU 30.95

$1.80 MRU 72.1

Tomato (1kg)

$0.97 MRU 38.88

$0.52 MRU 20.87

$1.29 MRU 51.6

Potato (1kg)

$0.80 MRU 32.12

$0.40 MRU 15.85

$1.31 MRU 52.6

Onion (1kg)

$0.70 MRU 27.93

$0.60 MRU 24.10

$1.20 MRU 48.21

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.57 MRU 22.74

$0.50 MRU 20.00

$0.62 MRU 24.70

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.64 MRU 25.61

$0.49 MRU 19.49

$0.96 MRU 38.61

Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)

$10.17 MRU 407

Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.55 MRU 102

$2.50 MRU 100

$2.64 MRU 106

Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.78 MRU 71.3

$1.76 MRU 70.4

$1.81 MRU 72.5

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.46 MRU 98.6

$2.48 MRU 99.4

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.47 MRU 18.83

$0.37 MRU 14.91

$0.55 MRU 21.97

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$17.77 MRU 712

$15.22 MRU 610

$29.18 MRU 1,169

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.92 MRU 37.00

$0.54 MRU 21.45

$1.32 MRU 53.0

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.26 MRU 10.43

$0.40 MRU 15.85

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$6.71 MRU 269

$4.89 MRU 196

$7.72 MRU 309

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.27 MRU 51.0

$0.94 MRU 37.65

$1.73 MRU 69.4

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

$7,670 MRU 307.3K

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

$9,300 MRU 372.7K

$8,761 MRU 351.0K

$9,300 MRU 372.7K

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

$148 MRU 5,942

$89.6 MRU 3,590

$256 MRU 10.3K

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

$25.03 MRU 1,003

$7.51 MRU 301

$50.1 MRU 2,006

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$60.6 MRU 2,427

$50.5 MRU 2,022

$63.1 MRU 2,528

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$88.4 MRU 3,541

$25.43 MRU 1,019

$254 MRU 10.2K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$255 MRU 10.2K

Cinema Ticket

$4.35 MRU 174

$3.73 MRU 149

$4.97 MRU 199

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

$81.0 MRU 3,247

$55.6 MRU 2,228

$97.3 MRU 3,898

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,835 MRU 233.8K

$2,490 MRU 99.8K

$8,301 MRU 332.6K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$20.68 MRU 829

$8.38 MRU 336

$30.49 MRU 1,222

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$21.12 MRU 846

$7.68 MRU 308

$25.57 MRU 1,024

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$70.7 MRU 2,834

$15.42 MRU 618

$103 MRU 4,120

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$35.87 MRU 1,437

$12.68 MRU 508

$76.2 MRU 3,052

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$180 MRU 7,217

$100 MRU 4,010

$277 MRU 11.1K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$141 MRU 5,665

$103 MRU 4,120

$200 MRU 7,997

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$631 MRU 25.3K

$503 MRU 20.1K

$836 MRU 33.5K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$277 MRU 11.1K

$257 MRU 10.3K

$427 MRU 17.1K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$6,611 MRU 264.9K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,610 MRU 64.5K

$248 MRU 9,924

$2,972 MRU 119.1K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$562 MRU 22.5K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

16.5

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

Last update: February 28, 2026

By City in Mauritania

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Highest

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		$183	$267	$399	$704	38.32	61.04
2	Nouakchott	958399	42	$579	$834	$1,384	$1,901	30.49	64.11

Mauritania Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

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.