Prices and Cost of Living in Tanzania

Food and beverage prices in Tanzania

Popular food products found on store shelves in Tanzania include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 2684 TZS (1.13 USD) for a kilo of onions to 9192 TZS (3.89 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 2331 TZS (0.99 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 1475 TZS (0.62 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 2576 TZS (1.09 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 8082 TZS (3.42 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 1047 TZS (0.44 USD). Dairy prices in Tanzania, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 2506 TZS (1.06 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 20500 TZS (8.67 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 9500 TZS (4.02 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 4535 TZS (1.92 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 2725 TZS (1.15 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Tanzania vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 4167 TZS (1.76 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 760 TZS (0.32 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 15000 TZS (6.34 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 60000 TZS (25.37 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 5000 TZS (2.11 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Tanzania?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 650 TZS (0.27 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 25000 TZS (10.57 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 4000 TZS (1.69 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 4000 TZS (1.69 USD).

Fuel prices in Tanzania

Average fuel prices in Tanzania are 2614 TZS (1.11 USD) per liter of gasoline and 2470 TZS (1.04 USD) per liter of diesel.

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Tanzania varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 749729 TZS (317 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 777579 TZS (329 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 9103740 TZS (3849 USD) per square meter.