Prices and Cost of Living in Djibouti

Food and beverage prices in Djibouti

Popular food products found on store shelves in Djibouti include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 243 DJF (1.37 USD) for a kilo of onions to 2150 DJF (12.08 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 670 DJF (3.76 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 1650 DJF (9.27 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 217 DJF (1.22 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 667 DJF (3.75 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 100 DJF (0.56 USD). Dairy prices in Djibouti, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 450 DJF (2.53 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1703 DJF (9.57 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 3236 DJF (18.18 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1220 DJF (6.85 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 283 DJF (1.59 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Djibouti vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 650 DJF (3.65 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 338 DJF (1.9 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 2250 DJF (12.64 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 14500 DJF (81.46 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1750 DJF (9.83 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Djibouti?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 50 DJF (0.28 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 3788 DJF (21.28 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 500 DJF (2.81 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 1000 DJF (5.62 USD).

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Djibouti varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 85000 DJF (478 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 255000 DJF (1433 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 2272940 DJF (12769 USD) per square meter.