Obock, Obock, Djibouti · Population 21,200
▼ -33% vs Djibouti average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | Fdj769 ($4.32) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | Fdj3,076 ($17.28) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | Fdj231 ($1.30) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | Fdj17,430 ($97.92) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | Fdj2,820 ($15.84) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | Fdj7,433 ($41.76) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | Fdj2,153 ($12.10) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | Fdj2,153 ($12.10) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | Fdj564 ($3.17) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | Fdj30,505 ($171) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | Fdj21,221 ($119) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | Fdj63,662 ($358) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Obock is Fdj64,080 ($360) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Fdj72,485 ($407) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Fdj94,230 ($529) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Fdj21,221 ($119)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.
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Fdj81,168 ($456) / moObock is one of the key cities in Djibouti. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Fdj72,485 ($407), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Fdj21,221 ($119) per month.
For families, the estimated budget rises to Fdj166,908 ($938) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Fdj128,884 ($724) monthly.
The average estimated net salary in Obock is Fdj64,080 ($360). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Fdj94,230 ($529) per month.