Prices and Cost of Living in Mauritania

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 (1.21 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 (1.8 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 (7.41 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.

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 (24.13 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 200 MRU (5.05 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 (29.04 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).

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 (158 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 (2421 USD) per square meter.