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Cost of Living in Nouadhibou

Nouadhibou, Dakhlet Nouadhibou, Mauritania · Population 173,525

▼ -6% vs Mauritania average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)UM13,339 ($336)
Couple, monthlyUM23,677 ($596)
Family of four, monthlyUM30,623 ($771)

Estimated Prices in Nouadhibou

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantUM143 ($3.60)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeUM572 ($14.40)per meal
CappuccinoUM42.88 ($1.08)each
Monthly groceries (single person)UM3,240 ($81.60)per month
Monthly public transport passUM524 ($13.20)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentUM1,382 ($34.80)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)UM400 ($10.08)per month
Fitness club membershipUM400 ($10.08)per month
Cinema ticketUM105 ($2.64)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreUM5,479 ($138)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreUM3,811 ($96.00)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreUM11,434 ($288)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Nouadhibou is UM9,925 ($250) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of UM13,339 ($336) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly UM17,341 ($437) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (UM3,811 ($96)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Akjoujt

307 km away · Inchiri

Tevragh Zeina

333 km away · Nouakchott Ouest

Ksar

333 km away · Nouakchott Ouest

Nouakchott

334 km away · Nouakchott Ouest

Dar Naim

334 km away · Nouakchott Nord

Arafat

338 km away · Nouakchott Sud

Atar

418 km away · Adrar

Boutilimit

449 km away · Trarza

Other Major Cities in Mauritania

Nouakchott

Nouakchott Ouest · pop. 1,446,761

UM17,677 ($445) / mo

Arafat

Nouakchott Sud · pop. 216,919

UM13,339 ($336) / mo

Dar Naim

Nouakchott Nord · pop. 186,925

UM13,339 ($336) / mo

Kiffa

Assaba · pop. 84,101

UM13,339 ($336) / mo

Zouerate

Tiris Zemmour · pop. 62,380

UM13,339 ($336) / mo

Rosso

Trarza · pop. 61,156

UM13,339 ($336) / mo

Ksar

Nouakchott Ouest · pop. 57,758

UM13,339 ($336) / mo

Living in Nouadhibou

Nouadhibou is one of the key cities in Mauritania. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is UM13,339 ($336), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around UM3,811 ($96) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to UM30,623 ($771) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately UM23,677 ($596) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Nouadhibou is UM9,925 ($250). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least UM17,341 ($437) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nouadhibou expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated UM13,339 ($336) per month in Nouadhibou including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Mauritania.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Nouadhibou?
A net salary of around UM17,341 ($437) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Nouadhibou with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Nouadhibou is UM9,925 ($250).
How much is rent in Nouadhibou?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated UM5,479 ($138) per month in the city centre and UM3,811 ($96) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about UM11,434 ($288).
Is Nouadhibou cheaper than Mauritania on average?
Yes — Nouadhibou is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Mauritania average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Nouadhibou?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at UM3,240 ($82) in Nouadhibou. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about UM143 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around UM43 ($1).
How do transport costs in Nouadhibou compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Nouadhibou is estimated at UM524 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Nouadhibou are estimates based on Mauritania national averages adjusted for city size (population 173,525). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.