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Cost of Living in Pendembu

Pendembu, Eastern, Sierra Leone · Population 20,502

▼ -16% vs Sierra Leone average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Le6,753 ($300)
Couple, monthlyLe11,972 ($532)
Family of four, monthlyLe15,468 ($687)

Estimated Prices in Pendembu

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantLe72.90 ($3.24)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeLe292 ($12.96)per meal
CappuccinoLe21.87 ($0.97)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Le1,652 ($73.44)per month
Monthly public transport passLe267 ($11.88)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentLe705 ($31.32)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Le204 ($9.07)per month
Fitness club membershipLe204 ($9.07)per month
Cinema ticketLe53.46 ($2.38)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreLe2,722 ($121)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreLe1,893 ($84.15)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreLe5,680 ($252)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Pendembu is Le4,050 ($180) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Le6,753 ($300) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Le8,780 ($390) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Le1,893 ($84)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Pendembu

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Nearby Cities

Kailahun

24 km away · Eastern

Segbwema

30 km away · Eastern

Koidu-Bulma

40 km away · Eastern

Kenema

59 km away · Eastern

Koidu

68 km away · Eastern

Tongoma

74 km away · Eastern

Motema

85 km away · Eastern

Yengema

86 km away · Eastern

Other Major Cities in Sierra Leone

Freetown

Western Area · pop. 951,000

Le10,018 ($445) / mo

Bo

Southern · pop. 233,684

Le7,560 ($336) / mo

Kenema

Eastern · pop. 188,463

Le7,560 ($336) / mo

Koidu

Eastern · pop. 128,030

Le7,560 ($336) / mo

Makeni

Northern · pop. 125,970

Le7,560 ($336) / mo

Koidu-Bulma

Eastern · pop. 87,539

Le7,560 ($336) / mo

Living in Pendembu

Pendembu is one of the key cities in Sierra Leone. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Le6,753 ($300), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Le1,893 ($84) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Le15,468 ($687) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Le11,972 ($532) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Pendembu is Le4,050 ($180). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Le8,780 ($390) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pendembu expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Le6,753 ($300) per month in Pendembu including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Sierra Leone.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Pendembu?
A net salary of around Le8,780 ($390) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Pendembu with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Pendembu is Le4,050 ($180).
How much is rent in Pendembu?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Le2,722 ($121) per month in the city centre and Le1,893 ($84) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Le5,680 ($252).
Is Pendembu cheaper than Sierra Leone on average?
Yes — Pendembu is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Sierra Leone average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Pendembu?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Le1,652 ($73) in Pendembu. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Le73 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around Le22 ($1).
How do transport costs in Pendembu compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Pendembu is estimated at Le267 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Pendembu are estimates based on Sierra Leone national averages adjusted for city size (population 20,502). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.