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Prices and Cost of Living in Afghanistan

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The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Afghanistan. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.

Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.

1 day

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 2.01 EUR to 2.91 EUR

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 2.38 EUR to 3.48 EUR

Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 8 July 2025.

How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Afghanistan?

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 165 AFN (2.01 EUR) to 239 AFN (2.91 EUR) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 195 AFN (2.38 EUR) to 285 AFN (3.48 EUR) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.

Budget and shopping basket update: 8 July 2025

Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.

Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.

BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).

TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).

FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.

Prices in Afghanistan

Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Afghanistan, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country. City: Kabul.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)0.46 EUR
Banana (1kg)0.66 EUR
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)5.00 EUR
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)1.46 EUR
Chicken Fillets (1kg)2.85 EUR
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)2.19 EUR
Domestic Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)0.77 EUR
Eggs (regular) (12)1.18 EUR
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)1.26 EUR
Lettuce (1 head)0.21 EUR
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)0.16 EUR
Local Cheese (1kg)3.19 EUR
Milk (regular), (1 liter)0.62 EUR
Onion (1kg)0.37 EUR
Oranges (1kg)0.61 EUR
Potato (1kg)0.39 EUR
Rice (white), (1kg)1.46 EUR
Tomato (1kg)0.38 EUR
Water (1.5 liter bottle)0.28 EUR

Food and beverage prices in Afghanistan

Popular food products found on store shelves in Afghanistan include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 30.4 AFN (0.37 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 410 AFN (5 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 120 AFN (1.46 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 13.2 AFN (0.16 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 54 AFN (0.66 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 38 AFN (0.46 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 23.33 AFN (0.28 EUR). Dairy prices in Afghanistan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 50.93 AFN (0.62 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 262 AFN (3.19 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 234 AFN (2.85 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 96.67 AFN (1.18 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 31 AFN (0.38 EUR) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)0.87 EUR
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)0.30 EUR
Domestic Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)1.95 EUR
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)1.46 EUR
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)3.66 EUR
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course9.14 EUR
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant2.19 EUR
Water (0.33 liter bottle)0.12 EUR

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Afghanistan vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 71.67 AFN (0.87 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 25 AFN (0.3 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 300 AFN (3.66 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 750 AFN (9.14 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 180 AFN (2.19 EUR).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)8.53 EUR
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.18 EUR
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)2.13 EUR
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)0.61 EUR
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)1.46 EUR

How much does transportation cost in Afghanistan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 15 AFN (0.18 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 700 AFN (8.53 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 120 AFN (1.46 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 50 AFN (0.61 EUR).

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L0.82 EUR
Gasoline 1L0.78 EUR
LPG 1L0.70 EUR

Fuel prices in Afghanistan

Average fuel prices in Afghanistan are 63.61 AFN (0.78 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 67.6 AFN (0.82 EUR) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 57.66 AFN (0.7 EUR).

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat1.83 EUR
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult7.56 EUR
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)3.20 EUR

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre71.92 EUR
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre48.76 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre171 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre93.86 EUR

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Afghanistan?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Afghanistan varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 4000 AFN (48.76 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 5900 AFN (71.92 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 29690 AFN (362 EUR) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre362 EUR
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre182 EUR

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)197 EUR
Sources and updates

• Prices for products and services in Kabul. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 06/2025, latest data 07/2025.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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