Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Ethiopia — cost of living
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

About Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$640
Family of 4 / mo
$1,633
Avg salary (after tax)
$291

Addis Ababa is the capital city of Ethiopia and is located in the center of the country. It sits at a high altitude, making it one of the highest capitals in the world. The city is known for its vibrant culture and rich history.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $124.02
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $87.53
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $40.77
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $111.07

Financial

  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $360.45
  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.13

Food - Beverages

  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.27
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $1.69
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.16
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.73
  • CappuccinoUSD $1.15

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $12.73
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $50.64
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $8.14

Food - Grocery

  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.71
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.59
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $10.55
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $5.28
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.78
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.34
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.51
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $12.7
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $13.37
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $15.34
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.86
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.67
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.6
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $5.38
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.37
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.38
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.41

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $140.61
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $803.26
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $360.23
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,754
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,070
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $211.71

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $85.65
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $45,014
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $141.73
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $6.75
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $59.08

Transportation

  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.51
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $2.58
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $19.83
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $86,903
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $67,522
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $5.06
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.08

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $264.06
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $232.11

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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