Keren, ‘Anseba, Eritrea · Population 146,500
▼ -6% vs Eritrea average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | Nfk54.00 ($3.60) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | Nfk216 ($14.40) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | Nfk16.20 ($1.08) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | Nfk1,224 ($81.60) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | Nfk198 ($13.20) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | Nfk522 ($34.80) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | Nfk151 ($10.08) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | Nfk151 ($10.08) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | Nfk39.60 ($2.64) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | Nfk2,070 ($138) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | Nfk1,440 ($96.00) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | Nfk4,320 ($288) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Keren is Nfk3,000 ($200) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Nfk5,040 ($336) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Nfk6,552 ($437) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Nfk1,440 ($96)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.
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Nfk5,040 ($336) / moKeren is one of the key cities in Eritrea. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Nfk5,040 ($336), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Nfk1,440 ($96) per month.
For families, the estimated budget rises to Nfk11,570 ($771) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Nfk8,946 ($596) monthly.
The average estimated net salary in Keren is Nfk3,000 ($200). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Nfk6,552 ($437) per month.