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Cost of Living in Sélibaby

Sélibaby, Guidimaka, Mauritania · Population 26,420

▼ -16% vs Mauritania average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)UM11,916 ($300)
Couple, monthlyUM21,123 ($532)
Family of four, monthlyUM27,293 ($687)

Estimated Prices in Sélibaby

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantUM129 ($3.24)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeUM515 ($12.96)per meal
CappuccinoUM38.59 ($0.97)each
Monthly groceries (single person)UM2,916 ($73.44)per month
Monthly public transport passUM472 ($11.88)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentUM1,243 ($31.32)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)UM360 ($9.07)per month
Fitness club membershipUM360 ($9.07)per month
Cinema ticketUM94.33 ($2.38)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreUM4,803 ($121)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreUM3,341 ($84.15)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreUM10,023 ($252)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Sélibaby is UM8,933 ($225) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of UM11,916 ($300) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly UM15,491 ($390) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (UM3,341 ($84)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Kaédi

179 km away · Gorgol

Kiffa

183 km away · Assaba

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188 km away · Assaba

Mbagne

204 km away · Brakna

Bababé

230 km away · Brakna

Bogué

274 km away · Brakna

Aleg

280 km away · Brakna

Aioun

323 km away · Hodh el Gharbi

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

Nouadhibou

Dakhlet Nouadhibou · pop. 173,525

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 Sélibaby

Sélibaby is one of the key cities in Mauritania. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is UM11,916 ($300), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around UM3,341 ($84) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to UM27,293 ($687) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately UM21,123 ($532) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Sélibaby is UM8,933 ($225). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least UM15,491 ($390) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sélibaby expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated UM11,916 ($300) per month in Sélibaby including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Mauritania.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Sélibaby?
A net salary of around UM15,491 ($390) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Sélibaby with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Sélibaby is UM8,933 ($225).
How much is rent in Sélibaby?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated UM4,803 ($121) per month in the city centre and UM3,341 ($84) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about UM10,023 ($252).
Is Sélibaby cheaper than Mauritania on average?
Yes — Sélibaby is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Mauritania average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Sélibaby?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at UM2,916 ($73) in Sélibaby. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about UM129 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around UM39 ($1).
How do transport costs in Sélibaby compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Sélibaby is estimated at UM472 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Sélibaby are estimates based on Mauritania national averages adjusted for city size (population 26,420). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.