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Cost of Living in Ethiopia

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Dec 27, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Ethiopia is generally quite low. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Ethiopia can cost anywhere from $200 to $400 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost from $400 to $800 per month. Dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Ethiopia can cost anywhere from $5 to $15 per person.

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Is the cost of living in Ethiopia high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Ethiopia, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Ethiopia varies depending on the city and lifestyle. Generally, basic necessities such as food, transportation, and housing are relatively inexpensive. Eating out at restaurants is also affordable, with a meal costing around $2-3 USD. Utilities such as electricity and water are also relatively inexpensive. However, the cost of imported goods and luxury items can be quite high," remarked one in Ethiopia.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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