🇲🇱Cost of Living in Mali

Compare the cost of living across 1 city in Mali.

Bamako is the only city we currently track in Mali, with a cost of living index of 26 out of 100, where New York City scores 100. See the full cost breakdown below.

Estimated monthly budget in Mali

Typical total monthly cost by household type.

Single person

$550

per month

Couple

$830

per month

Family of 4

$1,160

per month

Student

$410

per month

Estimates based on the average cost of living in Mali, scaled by household size. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighbourhood and housing.

Bamako

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.

Cost Index

Monthly Cost

$550

Pop: 2,700,000Safety: 30/100

Frequently asked questions about the cost of living in Mali

What is the cost of living in Mali?

We track Bamako in Mali, which has a cost of living index of 26 out of 100 (New York City = 100).

Data & sources

As an independent cross-check, the World Bank puts the overall price level in Mali at 32 relative to the United States (=100) in 2024. View source

Cost figures on this site are independent estimates, cross-referenced with public data sources including World Bank, Numbeo, Eurostat, OECD.