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Cost of Living in Sal Rei

Sal Rei, Boa Vista, Cape Verde · Population 6,357

▼ -16% vs Cape Verde average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$37,894 ($375)
Couple, monthly$67,174 ($665)
Family of four, monthly$86,795 ($859)

Estimated Prices in Sal Rei

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$409 ($4.05)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$1,636 ($16.20)per meal
Cappuccino$123 ($1.22)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$9,272 ($91.80)per month
Monthly public transport pass$1,500 ($14.85)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$3,954 ($39.15)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$1,145 ($11.34)per month
Fitness club membership$1,145 ($11.34)per month
Cinema ticket$300 ($2.97)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$15,273 ($151)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$10,624 ($105)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$31,873 ($316)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Sal Rei is $36,360 ($360) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $37,894 ($375) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $49,263 ($488) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($10,624 ($105)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Santa Maria

47 km away · Sal

Espargos

64 km away · Sal

Porto Inglês

120 km away · Maio

Calheta de São Miguel

132 km away · São Miguel

Pedra Badejo

133 km away · Santa Cruz

Tarrafal

134 km away · Tarrafal

João Teves

143 km away · São Lourenço dos Órgãos

Picos

144 km away · São Salvador do Mundo

Other Major Cities in Cape Verde

Praia

Praia · pop. 159,050

$56,214 ($557) / mo

Lazareto

São Vicente · pop. 70,468

$42,420 ($420) / mo

Mindelo

São Vicente · pop. 70,468

$42,420 ($420) / mo

Living in Sal Rei

Sal Rei is one of the key cities in Cape Verde. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $37,894 ($375), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $10,624 ($105) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $86,795 ($859) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $67,174 ($665) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Sal Rei is $36,360 ($360). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $49,263 ($488) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sal Rei expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $37,894 ($375) per month in Sal Rei including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Cape Verde.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Sal Rei?
A net salary of around $49,263 ($488) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Sal Rei with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Sal Rei is $36,360 ($360).
How much is rent in Sal Rei?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $15,273 ($151) per month in the city centre and $10,624 ($105) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $31,873 ($316).
Is Sal Rei cheaper than Cape Verde on average?
Yes — Sal Rei is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Cape Verde average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Sal Rei?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $9,272 ($92) in Sal Rei. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $409 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $123 ($1).
How do transport costs in Sal Rei compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Sal Rei is estimated at $1,500 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Sal Rei are estimates based on Cape Verde national averages adjusted for city size (population 6,357). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.