Baraawe, Shabeellaha Hoose, Somalia · Population 32,800
▼ -16% vs Somalia average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | Sh1,850 ($3.24) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | Sh7,400 ($12.96) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | Sh555 ($0.97) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | Sh41,934 ($73.44) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | Sh6,783 ($11.88) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | Sh17,884 ($31.32) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | Sh5,180 ($9.07) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | Sh5,180 ($9.07) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | Sh1,357 ($2.38) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | Sh69,075 ($121) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | Sh48,052 ($84.15) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | Sh144,156 ($252) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Baraawe is Sh77,085 ($135) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Sh171,388 ($300) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Sh222,804 ($390) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Sh48,052 ($84)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.
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Sh204,220 ($358) / moBaraawe is one of the key cities in Somalia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Sh171,388 ($300), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Sh48,052 ($84) per month.
For families, the estimated budget rises to Sh392,554 ($687) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Sh303,813 ($532) monthly.
The average estimated net salary in Baraawe is Sh77,085 ($135). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Sh222,804 ($390) per month.