Cost of Living in Sudan - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $548 (excluding rent), and $951 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,327 (excluding rent), and $1,993 including rent.
Currency
🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$7.33 SDG 4,391
$3.42 SDG 2,049
$12.88 SDG 7,711
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$33.72 SDG 20.2K
$22.33 SDG 13.4K
$62.4 SDG 37.4K
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$8.07 SDG 4,833
$7.06 SDG 4,229
$10.09 SDG 6,041
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.97 SDG 1,178
$0.87 SDG 518
$3.34 SDG 2,002
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.5 SDG 2,096
$2.06 SDG 1,233
$4.12 SDG 2,466
Cappuccino
$2.32 SDG 1,389
$0.64 SDG 385
$5.45 SDG 3,262
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.59 SDG 354
$0.43 SDG 255
$0.78 SDG 464
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.4 SDG 239
$0.33 SDG 199
$0.48 SDG 285
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$1.56 SDG 934
$0.99 SDG 591
$2.47 SDG 1,478
White Bread (500g)
$1.19 SDG 715
$0.49 SDG 293
$1.61 SDG 967
Rice (white) (1kg)
$2.91 SDG 1,741
$0.77 SDG 458
$5.1 SDG 3,055
Eggs
$3.03 SDG 1,814
$2.14 SDG 1,280
$3.65 SDG 2,184
Local Cheese (1kg)
$12.64 SDG 7,569
$5.05 SDG 3,023
$20.19 SDG 12.1K
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$7.47 SDG 4,470
$3.24 SDG 1,941
$16.11 SDG 9,646
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$8.03 SDG 4,806
$4.94 SDG 2,956
$14.12 SDG 8,454
Apples (1kg)
$4.86 SDG 2,910
$3.06 SDG 1,830
$6.11 SDG 3,660
Banana (1kg)
$1.51 SDG 903
$0.73 SDG 439
$2.18 SDG 1,305
Oranges (1kg)
$2.26 SDG 1,351
$0.98 SDG 587
$2.94 SDG 1,762
Tomato (1kg)
$1.95 SDG 1,170
$0.97 SDG 582
$2.92 SDG 1,747
Potato (1kg)
$1.65 SDG 985
$1.03 SDG 616
$3.09 SDG 1,848
Onion (1kg)
$1.19 SDG 713
$0.51 SDG 305
$2.04 SDG 1,219
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.65 SDG 389
$0.52 SDG 309
$1.03 SDG 617
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$4.03 SDG 2,410
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Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$1.48 SDG 883
$1.48 SDG 883
$2.58 SDG 1,542
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.45 SDG 269
$0.31 SDG 187
$0.98 SDG 584
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$24.8 SDG 14.8K
-
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$2.7 SDG 1,618
$1.97 SDG 1,181
$3.64 SDG 2,178
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$1.02 SDG 610
$1.02 SDG 610
$2.04 SDG 1,220
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$9.86 SDG 5,905
$7.89 SDG 4,724
$14.8 SDG 8,858
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.35 SDG 809
$1.08 SDG 645
$1.7 SDG 1,015
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$18K SDG 10.8M
$17.2K SDG 10.3M
$20.2K SDG 12.1M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$51.8 SDG 31K
$40.14 SDG 24K
$79.8 SDG 47.8K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$9.86 SDG 5,901
$9.86 SDG 5,901
$9.86 SDG 5,901
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$68.9 SDG 41.2K
$24.14 SDG 14.5K
$147 SDG 88.2K
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$33.52 SDG 20.1K
$11.06 SDG 6,623
$50.3 SDG 30.1K
Cinema Ticket
$3.88 SDG 2,324
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🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$62.7 SDG 37.5K
$57.6 SDG 34.5K
$166 SDG 99.2K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$1,896 SDG 1.1M
$1,416 SDG 847.9K
$4,046 SDG 2.4M
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$14.94 SDG 8,943
$10.07 SDG 6,031
$18.13 SDG 10.9K
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$55.7 SDG 33.4K
$50.7 SDG 30.3K
$60.8 SDG 36.4K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$51.6 SDG 30.9K
$39.35 SDG 23.6K
$63.9 SDG 38.3K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$671 SDG 401.7K
$490 SDG 293.4K
$882 SDG 528.1K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$342 SDG 204.6K
$197 SDG 118K
$542 SDG 324.5K
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$1,357 SDG 812.4K
$998 SDG 597.6K
$1,865 SDG 1.1M
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$634 SDG 379.7K
$501 SDG 299.9K
$1,002 SDG 599.9K
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$1,290 SDG 772.3K
$1,003 SDG 600.7K
$4,415 SDG 2.6M
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$1,019 SDG 610.2K
$815 SDG 488.2K
$1,794 SDG 1.1M
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$211 SDG 126.1K
-
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
26
22
30
Citycost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.
Cost of Living in Sudan - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sudan generally affordable for travelers, expats, and digital nomads, and who tends to find value there?
Sudan offers a mix of value and trade-offs that appeal to budget travelers and resourceful expats. In urban centers you may find cheaper street meals and local markets, balanced by pockets of higher cost around Western-style amenities or private expatriate enclaves. The overall equation favors those who adapt to local options and avoid peak tempos. If you prize connectivity and a unique cultural scene, you can pace your spending with markets, public transport, and shared workspaces. Cost of Living in Sudan provides a frame to plan around. Tip: Build a simple weekly budget and track small recurring expenses.
What are practical daily-life considerations for housing, food, transport, and coworking?
Daily life hinges on your neighborhood choice and how you balance comfort with flexibility. In Khartoum or other cities, housing ranges from simple apartments with shared utilities to purpose-built compounds; look for options near markets, universities, or transit hubs to reduce commutes. Food can be found at street stalls, local groceries, and mid-range supermarkets; cooking at home tends to stretch your budget farther than eating out. For coworking, consider spaces that offer short-term passes or community days. Errands are easier with a car or reliable ride-hailing, though walking works in dense districts. Sudan living cost varies by area and season; plan for shifts. Tip: Map a rough monthly plan before booking.
What about quality of life, budgeting frameworks, seasonal shifts, and neighborhood fit?
Quality of life in Sudan hinges on choosing a neighborhood that matches your pace and priorities – quiet residential zones for focus, bustling markets for social life, or expat-friendly compounds for convenience. A practical budgeting framework blends a reliable monthly core (rent, utilities, groceries) with flexible daily spending. Use envelope-like categories to curb impulse buys, and lean into local options such as seasonal produce to stretch meals. Consider the climate and seasonal events when planning errands and activities; neighborhood fit often shifts with the dry vs. wet periods. Tip: Try a short-term stay in a couple of neighborhoods to feel the rhythm before committing.
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