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Matam vs Dakar

Senegal vs Senegal · 452 km apart

Matam

Senegal

CFA231,234 ($382)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Dakar

Senegal

CFA343,447 ($568)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Matam	Dakar	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.05	$5.85	Matam
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$16.20	$23.40	Matam
Cappuccino	$1.22	$1.76	Matam
Monthly groceries (single person)	$91.80	$133	Matam
Monthly public transport pass	$14.85	$21.45	Matam
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$39.15	$56.55	Matam
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$11.34	$16.38	Matam
Fitness club membership	$11.34	$16.38	Matam
Cinema ticket	$2.97	$4.29	Matam
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$161	$255	Matam
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$112	$178	Matam
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$337	$533	Matam
Total single-person budget	$382	$568	Matam
Average net salary	$315	$455

Verdict

Matam is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Matam runs about $382 versus $568 in Dakar — a difference of roughly 49%.

Salary-adjusted, Matam leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Matam · Full cost of living in Dakar

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matam cheaper than Dakar?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $382 per month in Matam versus $568 in Dakar — about 49% less.

How far is Matam from Dakar?

The straight-line distance between Matam and Dakar is approximately 452 km (281 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Matam or Dakar?

The estimated average net salary is $315 in Matam and $455 in Dakar. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Matam versus $0 in Dakar per month.