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Cost of Living in Kobo

Kobo, Āmara, Ethiopia · Population 24,867

▼ -16% vs Ethiopia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Br34,518 ($300)
Couple, monthlyBr61,188 ($532)
Family of four, monthlyBr79,061 ($687)

Estimated Prices in Kobo

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBr373 ($3.24)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBr1,490 ($12.96)per meal
CappuccinoBr112 ($0.97)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Br8,446 ($73.44)per month
Monthly public transport passBr1,366 ($11.88)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBr3,602 ($31.32)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Br1,043 ($9.07)per month
Fitness club membershipBr1,043 ($9.07)per month
Cinema ticketBr273 ($2.38)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBr13,912 ($121)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBr9,678 ($84.15)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBr29,033 ($252)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Kobo is Br20,700 ($180) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Br34,518 ($300) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Br44,873 ($390) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Br9,678 ($84)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Kobo

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Nearby Cities

Ālamat’ā

31 km away · Tigray

Weldiya

36 km away · Āmara

Hāra Gebeya

37 km away · Āmara

Korem

41 km away · Tigray

Mersa

54 km away · Āmara

Lalībela

65 km away · Āmara

Maychew

71 km away · Tigray

Sek’ot’a

84 km away · Āmara

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 Kobo

Kobo is one of the key cities in Ethiopia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Br34,518 ($300), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Br9,678 ($84) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Br79,061 ($687) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Br61,188 ($532) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Kobo is Br20,700 ($180). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Br44,873 ($390) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kobo expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Br34,518 ($300) per month in Kobo including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Ethiopia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Kobo?
A net salary of around Br44,873 ($390) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Kobo with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Kobo is Br20,700 ($180).
How much is rent in Kobo?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Br13,912 ($121) per month in the city centre and Br9,678 ($84) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Br29,033 ($252).
Is Kobo cheaper than Ethiopia on average?
Yes — Kobo is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Ethiopia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Kobo?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Br8,446 ($73) in Kobo. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Br373 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around Br112 ($1).
How do transport costs in Kobo compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Kobo is estimated at Br1,366 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Kobo are estimates based on Ethiopia national averages adjusted for city size (population 24,867). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.