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Cost of Living in Namala Guimbala

Namala Guimbala, Kayes, Mali · Population 15,667

▼ -16% vs Mali average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)CFA181,593 ($300)
Couple, monthlyCFA321,903 ($532)
Family of four, monthlyCFA415,929 ($687)

Estimated Prices in Namala Guimbala

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantCFA1,960 ($3.24)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeCFA7,841 ($12.96)per meal
CappuccinoCFA588 ($0.97)each
Monthly groceries (single person)CFA44,431 ($73.44)per month
Monthly public transport passCFA7,187 ($11.88)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentCFA18,949 ($31.32)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)CFA5,489 ($9.07)per month
Fitness club membershipCFA5,489 ($9.07)per month
Cinema ticketCFA1,437 ($2.38)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA73,188 ($121)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreCFA50,913 ($84.15)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA152,739 ($252)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Namala Guimbala is CFA108,900 ($180) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of CFA181,593 ($300) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly CFA236,071 ($390) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (CFA50,913 ($84)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Kobiri

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Other Major Cities in Mali

Bamako

Bamako · pop. 4,227,569

CFA269,382 ($445) / mo

Zégoua

Sikasso · pop. 230,360

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Koutiala

Sikasso · pop. 214,271

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Sikasso

Sikasso · pop. 213,977

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Ségou

Ségou · pop. 133,501

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Kayes

Kayes · pop. 127,368

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Mopti

Mopti · pop. 120,786

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Nioro

Kayes · pop. 109,565

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Living in Namala Guimbala

Namala Guimbala is one of the key cities in Mali. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is CFA181,593 ($300), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around CFA50,913 ($84) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to CFA415,929 ($687) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately CFA321,903 ($532) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Namala Guimbala is CFA108,900 ($180). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least CFA236,071 ($390) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Namala Guimbala expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA181,593 ($300) per month in Namala Guimbala including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Mali.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Namala Guimbala?
A net salary of around CFA236,071 ($390) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Namala Guimbala with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Namala Guimbala is CFA108,900 ($180).
How much is rent in Namala Guimbala?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated CFA73,188 ($121) per month in the city centre and CFA50,913 ($84) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about CFA152,739 ($252).
Is Namala Guimbala cheaper than Mali on average?
Yes — Namala Guimbala is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Mali average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Namala Guimbala?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA44,431 ($73) in Namala Guimbala. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA1,960 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around CFA588 ($1).
How do transport costs in Namala Guimbala compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Namala Guimbala is estimated at CFA7,187 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Namala Guimbala are estimates based on Mali national averages adjusted for city size (population 15,667). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.