27 cities covered · Currency: SSP (£) · Capital: Juba
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | £5,374 ($4.13) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | £21,497 ($16.54) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | £1,612 ($1.24) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | £121,815 ($93.70) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | £19,705 ($15.16) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | £51,951 ($39.96) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | £15,048 ($11.58) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | £15,048 ($11.58) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | £3,941 ($3.03) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | £209,034 ($161) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | £145,415 ($112) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | £436,245 ($336) | per month |
Central Equatoria · pop. 500,088
Western Bahr el Ghazal · pop. 320,752
Jonglei · pop. 315,351
Central Equatoria · pop. 196,000
Central Equatoria · pop. 185,000
Eastern Equatoria · pop. 169,826
Upper Nile · pop. 147,450
Western Equatoria · pop. 130,250
Eastern Equatoria · pop. 107,047
Warrap · pop. 78,111
Upper Nile · pop. 69,079
Western Equatoria · pop. 65,072
Eastern Equatoria · pop. 49,000
Eastern Equatoria · pop. 45,000
Warrap · pop. 44,600
Upper Nile · pop. 43,733
Northern Bahr el Ghazal · pop. 40,054
Lakes · pop. 32,100
Eastern Equatoria · pop. 17,957
Unity · pop. 17,827
Warrap · pop. 17,340
Western Bahr el Ghazal · pop. 16,000
Lakes · pop. 11,650
Western Equatoria · pop. 9,500
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in South Sudan
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in South Sudan
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in South Sudan
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in South Sudan
Living costs in South Sudan 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 £503,695 ($387) 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.