Baidoa, Bay, Somalia · Population 1,200,000
▲ +8% vs Somalia average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | Sh2,343 ($4.10) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | Sh9,374 ($16.42) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | Sh703 ($1.23) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | Sh53,117 ($93.02) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | Sh8,592 ($15.05) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | Sh22,653 ($39.67) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | Sh6,561 ($11.49) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | Sh6,561 ($11.49) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | Sh1,718 ($3.01) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | Sh92,821 ($163) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | Sh64,571 ($113) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | Sh193,713 ($339) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Baidoa is Sh97,641 ($171) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Sh220,797 ($387) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Sh287,036 ($503) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Sh64,571 ($113)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.
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Sh204,220 ($358) / moBaidoa is one of the key cities in Somalia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Sh220,797 ($387), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Sh64,571 ($113) per month.
For families, the estimated budget rises to Sh508,352 ($890) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Sh392,564 ($688) monthly.
The average estimated net salary in Baidoa is Sh97,641 ($171). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Sh287,036 ($503) per month.