27 cities covered · Currency: MRU (UM) · Capital: Nouakchott
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | UM151 ($3.82) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | UM606 ($15.26) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | UM45.45 ($1.14) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | UM3,434 ($86.50) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | UM555 ($13.99) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | UM1,464 ($36.89) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | UM424 ($10.68) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | UM424 ($10.68) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | UM111 ($2.80) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | UM5,893 ($148) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | UM4,099 ($103) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | UM12,297 ($310) | per month |
Nouakchott Ouest · pop. 1,446,761
Nouakchott Sud · pop. 216,919
Nouakchott Nord · pop. 186,925
Dakhlet Nouadhibou · pop. 173,525
Assaba · pop. 84,101
Tiris Zemmour · pop. 62,380
Trarza · pop. 61,156
Nouakchott Ouest · pop. 57,758
Gorgol · pop. 49,152
Adrar · pop. 35,170
Hodh ech Chargui · pop. 35,042
Brakna · pop. 27,120
Trarza · pop. 26,926
Guidimaka · pop. 26,420
Hodh el Gharbi · pop. 24,199
Assaba · pop. 22,323
Tagant · pop. 19,386
Inchiri · pop. 18,138
Hodh ech Chargui · pop. 17,832
Brakna · pop. 14,513
Hodh ech Chargui · pop. 13,086
Tiris Zemmour · pop. 11,623
Brakna · pop. 10,415
Brakna · pop. 10,383
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mauritania
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mauritania
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mauritania
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mauritania
Living costs in Mauritania vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of UM14,199 ($358) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.