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Prices and Cost of Living in Mauritania

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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 Mauritania. 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 3.82 USD to 5.36 USD

Mid-range products

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

from 5.03 USD to 6.85 USD

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 22 December 2024.

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

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 151 MRU (3.82 USD) to 212 MRU (5.36 USD) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 199 MRU (5.03 USD) to 271 MRU (6.85 USD) 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: 22 December 2024

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 Mauritania

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

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)2.16 USD
Banana (1kg)1.79 USD
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)6.33 USD
Bottle of Non-Alcoholic Wine (Mid-Range)10.10 USD
Chicken Fillets (1kg)5.30 USD
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)2.52 USD
Domestic Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)2.52 USD
Eggs (regular) (12)2.04 USD
Lettuce (1 head)0.60 USD
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)0.34 USD
Local Cheese (1kg)7.40 USD
Milk (regular), (1 liter)1.36 USD
Onion (1kg)0.66 USD
Oranges (1kg)1.43 USD
Potato (1kg)0.69 USD
Rice (white), (1kg)1.20 USD
Tomato (1kg)0.83 USD
Water (1.5 liter bottle)0.65 USD

Food and beverage prices in Mauritania

Popular food products found on store shelves in Mauritania include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 26.31 MRU (0.66 USD) for a kilo of onions to 251 MRU (6.33 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 47.73 MRU (1.2 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 13.47 MRU (0.34 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 71.09 MRU (1.79 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 85.42 MRU (2.16 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 25.91 MRU (0.65 USD). Dairy prices in Mauritania, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 54.03 MRU (1.36 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 293 MRU (7.4 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 210 MRU (5.3 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 80.79 MRU (2.04 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 32.86 MRU (0.83 USD) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)2.33 USD
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)2.13 USD
Domestic Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.5 liter draught)2.29 USD
Imported Non-Alcoholic Beer (0.33 liter bottle)2.64 USD
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)5.52 USD
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course24.12 USD
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant5.05 USD
Water (0.33 liter bottle)1.54 USD

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Mauritania vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 92.26 MRU (2.33 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 84.3 MRU (2.13 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 219 MRU (5.52 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 956 MRU (24.12 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 200 MRU (5.05 USD).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)29.03 USD
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.51 USD
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)5.15 USD
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)0.38 USD
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)0.90 USD

How much does transportation cost in Mauritania?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 20.21 MRU (0.51 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1150 MRU (29.03 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 35.52 MRU (0.9 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 15 MRU (0.38 USD).

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat4.42 USD
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult31.85 USD

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre217 USD
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre157 USD
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre662 USD
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre345 USD

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Mauritania varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 6236 MRU (157 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 8594 MRU (217 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 95868 MRU (2420 USD) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre2 420 USD
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre1 168 USD

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)554 USD

Hotel Prices in Mauritania

A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
5
64.09 USD
Le Triskell Auberge - Hostel
10
88.61 USD
hotel arabesque
9
140 USD
MauriCenter Hotel
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices of products and services in Mauritania. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 03/2023.
• 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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