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Cost of Living in Mansa Konko

Mansa Konko, Lower River, Gambia · Population 18,672

▼ -16% vs Gambia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)D18,434 ($275)
Couple, monthlyD32,678 ($488)
Family of four, monthlyD42,223 ($630)

Estimated Prices in Mansa Konko

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantD199 ($2.97)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeD796 ($11.88)per meal
CappuccinoD59.70 ($0.89)each
Monthly groceries (single person)D4,510 ($67.32)per month
Monthly public transport passD730 ($10.89)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentD1,924 ($28.71)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)D557 ($8.32)per month
Fitness club membershipD557 ($8.32)per month
Cinema ticketD146 ($2.18)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreD7,430 ($111)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreD5,168 ($77.14)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreD15,505 ($231)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Mansa Konko is D12,060 ($180) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of D18,434 ($275) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly D23,965 ($358) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (D5,168 ($77)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Farafenni

12 km away · North Bank

Kerewan

58 km away · North Bank

Brikama Ba

67 km away · Central River

Janjanbureh

85 km away · Central River

Bansang

97 km away · Central River

Essau

106 km away · North Bank

Banjul

111 km away · Banjul

Lamin

119 km away · West Coast

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

Brikama

West Coast · pop. 81,007

D20,636 ($308) / mo

Living in Mansa Konko

Mansa Konko is one of the key cities in Gambia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is D18,434 ($275), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around D5,168 ($77) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to D42,223 ($630) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately D32,678 ($488) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Mansa Konko is D12,060 ($180). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least D23,965 ($358) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mansa Konko expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated D18,434 ($275) per month in Mansa Konko including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Gambia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Mansa Konko?
A net salary of around D23,965 ($358) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Mansa Konko with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Mansa Konko is D12,060 ($180).
How much is rent in Mansa Konko?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated D7,430 ($111) per month in the city centre and D5,168 ($77) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about D15,505 ($231).
Is Mansa Konko cheaper than Gambia on average?
Yes — Mansa Konko is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Gambia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Mansa Konko?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at D4,510 ($67) in Mansa Konko. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about D199 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around D60 ($1).
How do transport costs in Mansa Konko compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Mansa Konko is estimated at D730 ($11). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Mansa Konko are estimates based on Gambia national averages adjusted for city size (population 18,672). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.