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Cost of Living in Brikama

Brikama, West Coast, Gambia · Population 81,007

▼ -6% vs Gambia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)D20,636 ($308)
Couple, monthlyD36,629 ($547)
Family of four, monthlyD47,374 ($707)

Estimated Prices in Brikama

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantD221 ($3.30)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeD884 ($13.20)per meal
CappuccinoD66.33 ($0.99)each
Monthly groceries (single person)D5,012 ($74.80)per month
Monthly public transport passD811 ($12.10)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentD2,137 ($31.90)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)D619 ($9.24)per month
Fitness club membershipD619 ($9.24)per month
Cinema ticketD162 ($2.42)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreD8,476 ($127)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreD5,896 ($88.00)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreD17,688 ($264)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Brikama is D13,400 ($200) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of D20,636 ($308) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly D26,827 ($400) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (D5,896 ($88)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Lamin

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Sareh Mowndeh

16 km away · West Coast

Sukuta

18 km away · West Coast

Serekunda

20 km away · Kanifing

Kanifing

20 km away · Kanifing

Banjul

22 km away · Banjul

Other Major Cities in Gambia

Banjul

Banjul · pop. 413,397

D27,346 ($408) / mo

Serekunda

Kanifing · pop. 382,096

D21,966 ($328) / mo

Kanifing

Kanifing · pop. 379,348

D21,966 ($328) / mo

Kerewan

North Bank · pop. 225,516

D20,636 ($308) / mo

Living in Brikama

Brikama is one of the key cities in Gambia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is D20,636 ($308), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around D5,896 ($88) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to D47,374 ($707) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately D36,629 ($547) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Brikama is D13,400 ($200). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least D26,827 ($400) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brikama expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated D20,636 ($308) per month in Brikama including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Gambia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Brikama?
A net salary of around D26,827 ($400) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Brikama with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Brikama is D13,400 ($200).
How much is rent in Brikama?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated D8,476 ($127) per month in the city centre and D5,896 ($88) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about D17,688 ($264).
Is Brikama cheaper than Gambia on average?
Yes — Brikama is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Gambia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Brikama?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at D5,012 ($75) in Brikama. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about D221 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around D66 ($1).
How do transport costs in Brikama compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Brikama is estimated at D811 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Brikama are estimates based on Gambia national averages adjusted for city size (population 81,007). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.