47 cities covered · Currency: SDG (ج.س.) · Capital: Khartoum
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | ج.س.2,099 ($3.50) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | ج.س.8,395 ($13.99) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | ج.س.630 ($1.05) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | ج.س.47,573 ($79.29) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | ج.س.7,696 ($12.83) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | ج.س.20,288 ($33.81) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | ج.س.5,877 ($9.79) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | ج.س.5,877 ($9.79) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | ج.س.1,539 ($2.57) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | ج.س.81,635 ($136) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | ج.س.56,789 ($94.65) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | ج.س.170,368 ($284) | per month |
Khartoum · pop. 7,869,000
Khartoum · pop. 2,805,396
Khartoum · pop. 936,349
Red Sea · pop. 579,942
North Kordofan · pop. 560,471
Kassala · pop. 536,009
White Nile · pop. 528,458
South Darfur · pop. 492,984
Gezira · pop. 428,195
Gedaref · pop. 379,419
North Darfur · pop. 286,277
East Darfur · pop. 264,734
Sennar · pop. 250,000
Blue Nile · pop. 215,857
Blue Nile · pop. 200,000
West Darfur · pop. 200,000
North Darfur · pop. 191,414
Sennar · pop. 143,059
River Nile · pop. 139,768
River Nile · pop. 122,944
North Kordofan · pop. 112,000
West Kordofan · pop. 108,008
Gezira · pop. 99,775
South Kordofan · pop. 92,674
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Sudan
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Sudan
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Sudan
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Sudan
Living costs in 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 ج.س.196,709 ($328) 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.