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Cost of Living Guide in Algeria

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Algeria offers one of the lowest costs of living in Africa, with overall expenses including rent about 37% cheaper than the Africa average and consumer prices excluding rent 27% cheaper than the regional average. Rent is particularly affordable, 72% below the Africa average, making it ideal for expats and digital nomads seeking value. Expats can live comfortably on a fraction of Western costs while enjoying a high quality of life.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
€300-500 ($320-540) or 45,000-75,000 DZD — local food, public transport, modest shared housing
Comfortable
€800-1,500 ($860-1,600) or 120,000-225,000 DZD — decent 1-bedroom, mix of local/imported groceries, occasional dining out, reliable internet
Family of four
€2,500-4,500 ($2,700-4,850) or 375,000-675,000 DZD — 3-bedroom expat housing, international school fees, car, private health insurance, leisure

Algeria delivers exceptional value for money, with costs 37% below the Africa average overall, allowing expats to live luxuriously on modest incomes. It's a top pick for budget-conscious relocators seeking affordability without sacrificing comfort.

Economic & Living Costs in Algeria
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

1.5-5 €
Avg: 3.25 €
-1.6% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

10.63-40 €
Avg: 25.31 €
-3.5% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

2.81-4.5 €
Avg: 3.65 €
-8.2% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

0.8-3 €
Avg: 1.9 €
-9.8% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

80-256.42 €
Avg: 168.21 €
-16.8% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

54.6-150 €
Avg: 102.3 €
-9.4% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

160-450 €
Avg: 305 €
-5.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

101.03-300 €
Avg: 200.52 €
-0.4% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

0.13-0.34 €
Avg: 0.24 €
-0.2% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

2-6.14 €
Avg: 4.07 €
-7.9% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

3.98-13.68 €
Avg: 8.83 €
-26.4% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

0.2-0.32 €
Avg: 0.26 €
-1.1% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

20-65.44 €
Avg: 42.72 €
-3.4% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

10-27.14 €
Avg: 18.57 €
-5.5% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

4.59-16.82 €
Avg: 10.71 €
-5.2% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

0.5-1 €
Avg: 0.75 €
-2.9% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

0.07-0.6 €
Avg: 0.33 €
-10.0% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

0.76-1.92 €
Avg: 1.34 €
-5.4% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

3-20 €
Avg: 11.5 €
+14.0% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

10-27.24 €
Avg: 18.62 €
-8.9% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

1.73-13.87 €
Avg: 7.8 €
0.7% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

2.5-7.15 €
Avg: 4.83 €
1.0% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

34.62-855.5 €
Avg: 445.06 €
+421.8% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03