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Cost of Living in Warder

Warder, Sumalē, Ethiopia · Population 450,400

▲ +0% vs Ethiopia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Br41,130 ($358)
Couple, monthlyBr73,060 ($635)
Family of four, monthlyBr94,544 ($822)

Estimated Prices in Warder

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBr439 ($3.82)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBr1,755 ($15.26)per meal
CappuccinoBr132 ($1.14)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Br9,947 ($86.50)per month
Monthly public transport passBr1,609 ($13.99)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBr4,242 ($36.89)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Br1,229 ($10.68)per month
Fitness club membershipBr1,229 ($10.68)per month
Cinema ticketBr322 ($2.80)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBr17,069 ($148)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBr11,874 ($103)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBr35,622 ($310)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Warder is Br24,380 ($212) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Br41,130 ($358) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Br53,469 ($465) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Br11,874 ($103)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

K’ebrī Dehar

121 km away · Sumalē

Āwarē

193 km away · Sumalē

Kelafo

198 km away · Sumalē

Denan

209 km away · Sumalē

Godē

237 km away · Sumalē

Degeh Bur

239 km away · Sumalē

Harshin

315 km away · Sumalē

K’ebrī Beyah

336 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

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

Āwasa

Sīdama · pop. 300,100

Br41,130 ($358) / mo

Living in Warder

Warder is one of the key cities in Ethiopia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Br41,130 ($358), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Br11,874 ($103) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Br94,544 ($822) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Br73,060 ($635) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Warder is Br24,380 ($212). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Br53,469 ($465) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Warder expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Br41,130 ($358) per month in Warder including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Ethiopia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Warder?
A net salary of around Br53,469 ($465) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Warder with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Warder is Br24,380 ($212).
How much is rent in Warder?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Br17,069 ($148) per month in the city centre and Br11,874 ($103) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Br35,622 ($310).
Is Warder cheaper than Ethiopia on average?
No — Warder is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Ethiopia average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Warder?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Br9,947 ($86) in Warder. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Br439 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Br132 ($1).
How do transport costs in Warder compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Warder is estimated at Br1,609 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Warder are estimates based on Ethiopia national averages adjusted for city size (population 450,400). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.