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Cost of Living Guide in Sudan

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

Sudan offers a low overall cost of living, about 11.5% cheaper than the Africa average including rent and 17.4% cheaper excluding rent, making it an affordable option in the region despite rents running 17.5% above the continental average. Housing stands out as the most variable expense, with basic local options extremely cheap but expat-standard accommodations in secure areas commanding a premium. Everyday costs like food and transport remain modest, appealing to budget-conscious expats and digital nomads.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$250-500 (basic local housing, street food, public transport)
Comfortable
$900-1,600 (expat apartment, mix of local/imported groceries, occasional dining, reliable internet)
Family of four
$2,500-4,000 (secure villa, international school ~$2,000/year/child, car, imported goods)

Sudan delivers strong value for money, being about 11.5% cheaper overall than the Africa average, ideal for frugal expats but requiring caution due to security and infrastructure challenges that inflate comfortable lifestyles.

Economic & Living Costs in Sudan
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

2.36-12 SDG
Avg: 7.18 SDG
-13.9% vs 3 months ago

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

14.15-47.99 SDG
Avg: 31.07 SDG
-25.5% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

2.31-3.1 SDG
Avg: 2.71 SDG
-68.2% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

0.88-3.4 SDG
Avg: 2.14 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

440.04-900 SDG
Avg: 670.02 SDG
-4.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

80-800 SDG
Avg: 440 SDG
+17.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

990.1-1850 SDG
Avg: 1420.05 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

164-1200 SDG
Avg: 682 SDG
-9.1% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

0.32-1 SDG
Avg: 0.66 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

3.3-16.4 SDG
Avg: 9.85 SDG
+28.8% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

50 SDG
Avg: 25 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

1.06-1.67 SDG
Avg: 1.36 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

33-100 SDG
Avg: 66.5 SDG
+11.3% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

24.58-150 SDG
Avg: 87.29 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

9.59 SDG
Avg: 9.59 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

1-2.5 SDG
Avg: 1.75 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

0.5-1.65 SDG
Avg: 1.08 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

2.11-3.6 SDG
Avg: 2.85 SDG
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

6.67-20 SDG
Avg: 13.34 SDG
+16.0% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

8-30 SDG
Avg: 19 SDG
-37.7% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Cinema Ticket

N/A
Avg: N/A

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

57.92-166.67 SDG
Avg: 112.29 SDG
+3.7% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03