Prices and Cost of Living in Mali
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Prices in Mali
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Mali, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.
Grocery Store Prices
| Apples (1kg) | 2.65 EUR |
| Banana (1kg) | 1.23 EUR |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 11.34 EUR |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 14.54 EUR |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 0.83 EUR |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 1.28 EUR |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 3.90 EUR |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 1.13 EUR |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 0.09 EUR |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 2.93 EUR |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 15.17 EUR |
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 2.00 EUR |
| Onion (1kg) | 1.55 EUR |
| Oranges (1kg) | 2.42 EUR |
| Potato (1kg) | 1.38 EUR |
| Tomato (1kg) | 2.00 EUR |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 1.97 EUR |
Restaurant Prices
| Cappuccino (regular) | 1.61 EUR |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.66 EUR |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 2.04 EUR |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 17.94 EUR |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 5.49 EUR |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 31.99 EUR |
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 5.72 EUR |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.50 EUR |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in Mali vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 1.89 XOF (1.61 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 0.77 XOF (0.66 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 6.42 XOF (5.49 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 37.44 XOF (31.99 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 6.7 XOF (5.72 EUR).
Public Transportation Prices
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 3.99 EUR |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 1.06 EUR |
Fuel Prices
| Diesel 1L | 1.12 EUR |
| Gasoline 1L | 1.19 EUR |
Fuel prices in Mali
Average fuel prices in Mali are 782 XOF (1.19 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 731 XOF (1.12 EUR) per liter of diesel.
Entertainment Prices
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 4.84 EUR |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 57.60 EUR |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 3.46 EUR |
Apartment Rental Prices
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 150 EUR |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 68.36 EUR |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 347 EUR |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 256 EUR |
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mali?
The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Mali varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 80 XOF (68.36 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 175 XOF (150 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 10117 XOF (8644 EUR) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 8 644 EUR |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 715 EUR |
Average Salary
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 224 EUR |
Hotel Prices in Mali
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
• Prices of products and services in Mali. 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.
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