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Cost of Living in Sareh Mowndeh

Sareh Mowndeh, West Coast, Gambia · Population 36,134

▼ -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 Sareh Mowndeh

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 Sareh Mowndeh 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.

Compare Sareh Mowndeh

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Nearby Cities

Sukuta

3 km away · West Coast

Serekunda

5 km away · Kanifing

Lamin

5 km away · West Coast

Kanifing

5 km away · Kanifing

Busumbala

8 km away · West Coast

Bakau

8 km away · Kanifing

Banjul

13 km away · Banjul

Brikama

16 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 Sareh Mowndeh

Sareh Mowndeh 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 Sareh Mowndeh 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 Sareh Mowndeh expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated D18,434 ($275) per month in Sareh Mowndeh 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 Sareh Mowndeh?
A net salary of around D23,965 ($358) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Sareh Mowndeh with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Sareh Mowndeh is D12,060 ($180).
How much is rent in Sareh Mowndeh?
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 Sareh Mowndeh cheaper than Gambia on average?
Yes — Sareh Mowndeh 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 Sareh Mowndeh?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at D4,510 ($67) in Sareh Mowndeh. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about D199 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around D60 ($1).
How do transport costs in Sareh Mowndeh compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Sareh Mowndeh is estimated at D730 ($11). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Sareh Mowndeh are estimates based on Gambia national averages adjusted for city size (population 36,134). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.