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Cost of Living in São Domingos

São Domingos, São Domingos, Cape Verde · Population 2,818

▼ -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 São Domingos

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 São Domingos 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

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Picos

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Cidade Velha

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Pedra Badejo

13 km away · Santa Cruz

Praia

13 km away · Praia

Assomada

14 km away · Santa Catarina

Calheta de São Miguel

18 km away · São Miguel

Tarrafal

35 km away · Tarrafal

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 São Domingos

São Domingos 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 São Domingos 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 São Domingos expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $37,894 ($375) per month in São Domingos 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 São Domingos?
A net salary of around $49,263 ($488) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in São Domingos with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in São Domingos is $36,360 ($360).
How much is rent in São Domingos?
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 São Domingos cheaper than Cape Verde on average?
Yes — São Domingos 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 São Domingos?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $9,272 ($92) in São Domingos. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $409 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $123 ($1).
How do transport costs in São Domingos compare?
A monthly public transport pass in São Domingos is estimated at $1,500 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for São Domingos are estimates based on Cape Verde national averages adjusted for city size (population 2,818). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.