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Cost of Living Guide in Comoros

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

Comoros is one of Africa's most affordable destinations, with a cost of living significantly below most developed nations and competitive with other African countries. The archipelago offers exceptional value for budget-conscious expats and digital nomads, though imported goods carry substantial markups due to island logistics. Housing, food, and services remain remarkably inexpensive, making it accessible for those on modest incomes.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$328–$410/month for a single person living like a local—renting a modest apartment outside the city centre ($150–$200), shopping at local markets ($150–$200), using public transport ($30–$50), and minimal leisure spending. This budget assumes no air conditioning and limited imported goods.
Comfortable
$820–$1,640/month for a single expat with a comfortable lifestyle—renting a decent 1-bedroom apartment in or near the city centre ($415–$600), eating a mix of local and imported foods ($250–$350), occasional dining out ($100–$150), utilities ($80–$150), internet ($60–$80), and leisure activities ($100–$200).
Family of four
€1,350–€2,450/month (approximately $1,500–$2,700) for a family of four on an expat lifestyle—renting a 3–4 bedroom villa with generator (€800–€1,500), utilities including generator fuel (€150–€250), groceries with imported products (€400–€700), transport (€100–€150), internet and phone (€80–€100), and leisure (€100–€150).

Comoros offers exceptional value for money, particularly for those willing to embrace local living. Rents are 62% higher than the Africa regional average but remain inexpensive in absolute terms. For expats seeking an affordable island lifestyle with low housing costs and minimal daily expenses, Comoros is highly competitive—a comfortable single person can live well on $800–$1,600/month, while budget travelers can subsist on under $400/month. The main trade-off is limited infrastructure, variable internet quality, and supply shortages that can affect pricing and availability.

Economic & Living Costs in Comoros
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

1-10 KMF
Avg: 5.5 KMF
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Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

16-17.5 KMF
Avg: 16.75 KMF
0.0% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

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Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

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Housing & Real Estate Costs

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Transportation Costs

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Gasoline (1L)

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New Car (VW Golf or Equivalent)

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Utilities & Communications Costs

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Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

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Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

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Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

2.5-6 KMF
Avg: 4.25 KMF
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Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

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Eggs (12)

2.84-7 KMF
Avg: 4.92 KMF
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Local Cheese (1kg)

5-8.76 KMF
Avg: 6.88 KMF
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

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Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

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Cinema Ticket

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Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

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Last updated: 2025-03-30

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