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🇲🇱Cost of Living in Bamako

Mali · Population: 2,700,000 · Cost Index: 26/100

Cost of Living in Bamako

Mali · Africa

Bamako is the capital and largest city of Mali, situated on the banks of the Niger River in the southwestern part of the country. Known for its vibrant music scene and bustling markets, it is one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa.

2,700,000

Population

26

Cost Index

30

Safety Index

28

Quality of Life

Average Monthly Cost: $550 (single person, excluding rent)

Cost Breakdown

Housing

Avg: $337.50
1-Bedroom Apartment (City Center)(per month)
$300.00
1-Bedroom Apartment (Outside Center)(per month)
$150.00
3-Bedroom Apartment (City Center)(per month)
$600.00
3-Bedroom Apartment (Outside Center)(per month)
$300.00

Food & Groceries

Avg: $3.66
Meal at Inexpensive Restaurant(per meal)
$2.50
Meal for 2 at Mid-Range Restaurant(per meal)
$18.00
McMeal at McDonald's(per meal)
$5.00
Milk (1 liter)(per liter)
$1.20
Bread (500g loaf)(per loaf)
$0.35
Rice (1 kg)(per kg)
$0.70
Eggs (12)(per dozen)
$1.50
Chicken Breast (1 kg)(per kg)
$4.00
Apples (1 kg)(per kg)
$2.50
Banana (1 kg)(per kg)
$0.80

Transportation

Avg: $3.47
Monthly Public Transit Pass(per month)
$15.00
One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)(per trip)
$0.20
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)(base fare)
$0.50
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)(per km)
$0.35
Gasoline (1 liter)(per liter)
$1.30

Utilities

Avg: $31.67
Basic Utilities (85m² Apartment)(per month)
$50.00
Mobile Phone Plan(per month)
$10.00
Internet (60 Mbps+)(per month)
$35.00

Healthcare

Avg: $8.00
Doctor Visit(per visit)
$8.00
Dentist Visit(per visit)
$12.00
Prescription Medicine (avg)(per prescription)
$4.00

Entertainment

Avg: $7.95
Fitness Club Monthly(per month)
$25.00
Cinema Ticket(per ticket)
$3.50
Cappuccino(per cup)
$1.80
Beer (0.5l) at Restaurant(per glass)
$1.50

Clothing

Avg: $36.00
Pair of Jeans (Levi's)(per pair)
$35.00
Summer Dress (Chain Store)(per item)
$18.00
Running Shoes (Nike, Adidas)(per pair)
$55.00

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Quick Facts

Currency
XOF
Language
French
Cost Index
26/100
Safety Index
30/100
Quality of Life
28/100

Data last updated: 2026-01-15. Prices are approximate and shown in USD.