Cost of Living in Mauritania - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Mauritania
Address: MR

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $504 (excluding rent), and $780 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,422 (excluding rent), and $1,793 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$3.31 MRU 132

$2.46 MRU 98.0

$7.36 MRU 293

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$24.45 MRU 975

$12.79 MRU 510

$38.37 MRU 1,530

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.18 MRU 247

$6.02 MRU 240

$7.02 MRU 280

Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.02 MRU 80.7

$1.29 MRU 51.6

$3.08 MRU 123

Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.49 MRU 99.5

$1.74 MRU 69.6

$2.96 MRU 118

Cappuccino

$2.41 MRU 96.3

$1.24 MRU 49.30

$3.72 MRU 148

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

$1.74 MRU 69.4

$1.23 MRU 49.15

$2.02 MRU 80.8

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.21 MRU 88.0

$1.28 MRU 51.1

$3.85 MRU 154

Milk (1 liter)

$1.40 MRU 55.9

$1.24 MRU 49.60

$1.50 MRU 59.8

White Bread (500g)

$0.29 MRU 11.51

$0.24 MRU 9.59

$0.37 MRU 14.58

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.24 MRU 49.52

$0.79 MRU 31.66

$2.06 MRU 82.0

Eggs

$2.26 MRU 90.2

$1.55 MRU 61.8

$3.09 MRU 123

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.83 MRU 312

$2.46 MRU 98.0

$9.81 MRU 391

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.89 MRU 195

$2.75 MRU 110

$6.92 MRU 276

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.66 MRU 266

$5.06 MRU 202

$8.42 MRU 336

Apples (1kg)

$2.17 MRU 86.6

$1.53 MRU 61.0

$4.64 MRU 185

Banana (1kg)

$1.83 MRU 72.8

$1.55 MRU 61.8

$2.06 MRU 82.1

Oranges (1kg)

$1.31 MRU 52.2

$0.78 MRU 30.98

$1.81 MRU 72.1

Tomato (1kg)

$0.98 MRU 39.07

$0.53 MRU 20.97

$1.30 MRU 51.8

Potato (1kg)

$0.80 MRU 31.77

$0.39 MRU 15.68

$1.30 MRU 52.0

Onion (1kg)

$0.76 MRU 30.40

$0.66 MRU 26.24

$1.32 MRU 52.5

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.56 MRU 22.44

$0.49 MRU 19.73

$0.61 MRU 24.37

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.65 MRU 26.01

$0.50 MRU 19.80

$0.98 MRU 39.22

Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)

$10.07 MRU 402

Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.50 MRU 99.9

$2.46 MRU 98.0

$2.60 MRU 104

Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.71 MRU 68.3

$1.69 MRU 67.5

$1.74 MRU 69.5

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.47 MRU 98.6

$2.49 MRU 99.4

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.49 MRU 19.73

$0.39 MRU 15.62

$0.58 MRU 23.02

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$17.86 MRU 712

$15.30 MRU 610

$29.33 MRU 1,170

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.89 MRU 35.50

$0.52 MRU 20.57

$1.27 MRU 50.8

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.26 MRU 10.42

$0.40 MRU 15.84

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$6.70 MRU 267

$4.88 MRU 195

$7.70 MRU 307

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.27 MRU 50.6

$0.94 MRU 37.38

$1.73 MRU 68.9

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

$7,551 MRU 301.1K

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

$9,222 MRU 367.8K

$8,687 MRU 346.4K

$9,222 MRU 367.8K

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

$149 MRU 5,929

$89.8 MRU 3,582

$257 MRU 10.2K

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

$25.71 MRU 1,025

$7.72 MRU 308

$51.4 MRU 2,051

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$60.1 MRU 2,398

$50.1 MRU 1,998

$62.6 MRU 2,498

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$89.2 MRU 3,558

$25.67 MRU 1,024

$257 MRU 10.2K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$254 MRU 10.1K

Cinema Ticket

$4.46 MRU 178

$3.83 MRU 153

$5.10 MRU 203

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

$82.8 MRU 3,301

$56.8 MRU 2,264

$99.4 MRU 3,963

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,992 MRU 239.0K

$2,557 MRU 102.0K

$8,524 MRU 339.9K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$20.16 MRU 804

$8.17 MRU 326

$29.73 MRU 1,185

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$21.07 MRU 840

$7.66 MRU 305

$25.50 MRU 1,017

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$70.7 MRU 2,819

$15.41 MRU 615

$103 MRU 4,099

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$35.74 MRU 1,425

$12.63 MRU 504

$75.9 MRU 3,027

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$179 MRU 7,148

$99.6 MRU 3,971

$276 MRU 11.0K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$136 MRU 5,432

$99.1 MRU 3,951

$192 MRU 7,668

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$634 MRU 25.3K

$505 MRU 20.1K

$841 MRU 33.5K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$268 MRU 10.7K

$248 MRU 9,904

$413 MRU 16.5K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$6,639 MRU 264.8K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,645 MRU 65.6K

$252 MRU 10.1K

$3,038 MRU 121.1K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$580 MRU 23.1K

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 17, 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		$161	$263	$408	$721	38.32	61.04
2	Nouakchott	958399	42	$472	$820	$1,425	$1,888	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.