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Cost of Living in Babīlē

Babīlē, Oromīya, Ethiopia · Population 100,000

▼ -6% vs Ethiopia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Br38,640 ($336)
Couple, monthlyBr68,586 ($596)
Family of four, monthlyBr88,706 ($771)

Estimated Prices in Babīlē

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBr414 ($3.60)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBr1,656 ($14.40)per meal
CappuccinoBr124 ($1.08)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Br9,384 ($81.60)per month
Monthly public transport passBr1,518 ($13.20)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBr4,002 ($34.80)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Br1,159 ($10.08)per month
Fitness club membershipBr1,159 ($10.08)per month
Cinema ticketBr304 ($2.64)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBr15,870 ($138)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBr11,040 ($96.00)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBr33,120 ($288)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Babīlē is Br23,000 ($200) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Br38,640 ($336) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Br50,232 ($437) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Br11,040 ($96)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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16 km away · Oromīya

Harar

25 km away · Hārerī Hizb

Jijiga

53 km away · Sumalē

Dire Dawa

65 km away · Dirē Dawa

Shīnīlē

74 km away · Sumalē

K’ebrī Beyah

93 km away · Sumalē

Dērwērnachē

102 km away · Sumalē

Togoch’alē

118 km away · Sumalē

Other Major Cities in Ethiopia

Addis Ababa

Ādīs Ābeba · pop. 5,704,000

Br51,205 ($445) / mo

Sodo

YeDebub Bihēroch Bihēreseboch na Hizboch · pop. 512,498

Br41,130 ($358) / mo

Warder

Sumalē · pop. 450,400

Br41,130 ($358) / mo

Debre Birhan

Āmara · pop. 436,711

Br41,130 ($358) / mo

Shashemenē

Oromīya · pop. 407,000

Br41,130 ($358) / mo

Nazrēt

Oromīya · pop. 324,000

Br41,130 ($358) / mo

Gonder

Āmara · pop. 323,900

Br41,130 ($358) / mo

Mekele

Tigray · pop. 323,700

Br41,130 ($358) / mo

Living in Babīlē

Babīlē is one of the key cities in Ethiopia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Br38,640 ($336), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Br11,040 ($96) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Br88,706 ($771) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Br68,586 ($596) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Babīlē is Br23,000 ($200). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Br50,232 ($437) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Babīlē expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Br38,640 ($336) per month in Babīlē including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Ethiopia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Babīlē?
A net salary of around Br50,232 ($437) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Babīlē with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Babīlē is Br23,000 ($200).
How much is rent in Babīlē?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Br15,870 ($138) per month in the city centre and Br11,040 ($96) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Br33,120 ($288).
Is Babīlē cheaper than Ethiopia on average?
Yes — Babīlē is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Ethiopia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Babīlē?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Br9,384 ($82) in Babīlē. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Br414 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Br124 ($1).
How do transport costs in Babīlē compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Babīlē is estimated at Br1,518 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Babīlē are estimates based on Ethiopia national averages adjusted for city size (population 100,000). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.