Cost of Living in Sudan - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $535 (excluding rent), and $960 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,291 (excluding rent), and $1,979 including rent.
Currency
🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$7.34 SDG 3,331
$3.42 SDG 1,554
$12.88 SDG 5,849
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$33.53 SDG 15.2K
$22.20 SDG 10.1K
$62.0 SDG 28.2K
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$8.06 SDG 3,660
$7.05 SDG 3,203
$10.08 SDG 4,576
Local Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$2.02 SDG 916
$0.89 SDG 403
$3.43 SDG 1,557
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.50 SDG 1,590
$2.06 SDG 935
$4.12 SDG 1,870
Cappuccino
$2.32 SDG 1,051
$0.64 SDG 292
$5.44 SDG 2,469
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.59 SDG 267
$0.42 SDG 192
$0.77 SDG 350
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.43 SDG 197
$0.36 SDG 164
$0.52 SDG 234
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$1.62 SDG 736
$1.03 SDG 466
$2.56 SDG 1,164
White Bread (500g)
$1.19 SDG 540
$0.49 SDG 221
$1.61 SDG 731
Rice (white) (1kg)
$2.91 SDG 1,322
$0.77 SDG 348
$5.11 SDG 2,319
Eggs
$2.97 SDG 1,349
$2.10 SDG 952
$3.58 SDG 1,624
Local Cheese (1kg)
$12.65 SDG 5,745
$5.05 SDG 2,294
$20.21 SDG 9,177
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$7.65 SDG 3,472
$3.32 SDG 1,508
$16.50 SDG 7,493
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$7.92 SDG 3,598
$4.87 SDG 2,213
$13.94 SDG 6,329
Apples (1kg)
$4.81 SDG 2,184
$3.02 SDG 1,373
$6.05 SDG 2,747
Banana (1kg)
$1.51 SDG 686
$0.74 SDG 334
$2.19 SDG 993
Oranges (1kg)
$2.31 SDG 1,049
$1.00 SDG 456
$3.01 SDG 1,369
Tomato (1kg)
$2.04 SDG 927
$1.02 SDG 461
$3.05 SDG 1,384
Potato (1kg)
$1.55 SDG 706
$0.97 SDG 441
$2.91 SDG 1,323
Onion (1kg)
$1.15 SDG 520
$0.49 SDG 222
$1.96 SDG 890
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.61 SDG 279
$0.49 SDG 221
$0.97 SDG 442
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)
$4.05 SDG 1,837
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Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.92 SDG 1,780
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Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$1.52 SDG 690
$1.52 SDG 690
$2.65 SDG 1,205
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.48 SDG 218
$0.33 SDG 152
$1.04 SDG 474
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$25.38 SDG 11.5K
-
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$2.79 SDG 1,266
$2.04 SDG 924
$3.76 SDG 1,706
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.98 SDG 444
$0.98 SDG 444
$1.96 SDG 889
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$10.17 SDG 4,618
$8.14 SDG 3,694
$15.25 SDG 6,926
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.29 SDG 586
$1.03 SDG 467
$1.62 SDG 736
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$17.5K SDG 8.0M
$16.7K SDG 7.6M
$19.7K SDG 8.9M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$51.5 SDG 23.4K
$39.89 SDG 18.1K
$79.3 SDG 36.0K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$9.64 SDG 4,379
$9.64 SDG 4,379
$9.64 SDG 4,379
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$69.0 SDG 31.3K
$24.18 SDG 11.0K
$148 SDG 67.0K
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$32.84 SDG 14.9K
$10.84 SDG 4,921
$49.27 SDG 22.4K
Cinema Ticket
$4.06 SDG 1,845
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🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$62.9 SDG 28.5K
$57.7 SDG 26.2K
$166 SDG 75.4K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$1,891 SDG 858.7K
$1,413 SDG 641.4K
$4,036 SDG 1.8M
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$14.88 SDG 6,755
$10.03 SDG 4,555
$18.06 SDG 8,199
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$54.9 SDG 24.9K
$49.91 SDG 22.7K
$59.9 SDG 27.2K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$52.6 SDG 23.9K
$40.07 SDG 18.2K
$65.1 SDG 29.6K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$671 SDG 304.9K
$490 SDG 222.7K
$883 SDG 400.8K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$352 SDG 159.8K
$203 SDG 92.1K
$558 SDG 253.4K
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$1,334 SDG 605.9K
$982 SDG 445.7K
$1,834 SDG 832.7K
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$625 SDG 283.9K
$494 SDG 224.2K
$988 SDG 448.5K
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$2,110 SDG 958.2K
$1,000 SDG 453.9K
$4,399 SDG 2.0M
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$1,012 SDG 459.4K
$810 SDG 367.6K
$1,781 SDG 808.7K
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$211 SDG 95.8K
-
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
26
22
30

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

Last update: March 1, 2026

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Sudan Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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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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