CostLens
HomeEthiopia › Wik’ro

Cost of Living in Wik’ro

Wik’ro, Tigray, Ethiopia · Population 45,200

▼ -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 Wik’ro

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 Wik’ro 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 Wik’ro

Wik’ro vs Addis AbabaWik’ro vs SodoWik’ro vs WarderWik’ro vs Debre BirhanWik’ro vs ShashemenēWik’ro vs Nazrēt

Nearby Cities

Mekele

35 km away · Tigray

Kwīhā

35 km away · Tigray

Ādīgrat

56 km away · Tigray

Ābīy Ādī

67 km away · Tigray

Intich’o

72 km away · Tigray

Ādwa

87 km away · Tigray

Āksum

101 km away · Tigray

Maychew

111 km away · Tigray

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 Wik’ro

Wik’ro 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 Wik’ro 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 Wik’ro expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Br34,518 ($300) per month in Wik’ro 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 Wik’ro?
A net salary of around Br44,873 ($390) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Wik’ro with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Wik’ro is Br20,700 ($180).
How much is rent in Wik’ro?
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 Wik’ro cheaper than Ethiopia on average?
Yes — Wik’ro 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 Wik’ro?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Br8,446 ($73) in Wik’ro. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Br373 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around Br112 ($1).
How do transport costs in Wik’ro compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Wik’ro is estimated at Br1,366 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Wik’ro are estimates based on Ethiopia national averages adjusted for city size (population 45,200). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.