Prices in Dakar

How much will you spend in restaurants and bars? Is eating out expensive in Dakar? Below you will see our breakdowns and comparisons of prices and expenses in Dakar.

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Dakar Food Prices & Prices In Restaurants

What are the supermarket prices in Dakar? Are the costs of living in Dakar higher than those in United States? Dakar - How much will it cost us for entertainment, and what are the bills to be paid in pubs and restaurants?
Read below about current costs and prices in Dakar: food prices, Prices in restaurants, cost of living, and entertainment costs (The last update: today 9 hours ago)

Currency in Senegal West African CFA franc (XOF CFA). For 10 US dollars you can get 6.22 thousand West African CFA francs. For 100 US dollars you can get 62.2 thousand West African CFA francs. And the other way around: For 100 West African CFA francs you can get 0.161 US dollars.


The total costs in Dakar are lower than in United States. Food is 43% cheaper. Dining in restaurants and bars will be cheaper by 31%. The cost of living in Dakar is less than in United States by about 31%. In the case of sports and entertainment, our expenses can be higher by 5%.

Are hotels expensive in Dakar? How much will we pay for a room in Dakar?

The average price of accommodation in Senegal is $84 (CFA 52.3K). If you are looking for the cheapest accommodation: in a cheap one-star hotel you will pay: $32 (CFA 19.6K) and if you like hostels, you'll spend the night there for: $15.4 (CFA 9.55K). The cost of a room in a 2-star hotel is Senegal in $55 (CFA 34.1K). 3-star hotels offer accommodation for an average price of $71 (CFA 44.2K) Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel costs $111 (CFA 69K) in Senegal If you are looking for the best conditions for your stay, then in 5-star hotels that will provide much more luxury you will have to pay $200 (CFA 124K)


Is it expensive in stores in Dakar? Will I pay a lot for groceries in Dakar? On this page you will find the current price list of food products in Dakar, such as: onion, tomatoes, beef, cheese, or milk (The last update: 4 days ago)

Can you eat cheaply in restaurants in Dakar? What are the prices in affordable pubs in Dakar? How much will I have to spend a day when I only eat in fast food restaurants in Dakar?

If we are looking for an inexpensive place to eat, we should expect to pay around 8 US dollars. With limited time and to avoid spending too much, you can opt for fast food. The cost of a meal set (sandwich, fries, and a soda) is approximately 8 US dollars. And when we can afford to go out to the restaurant, we'll pay for a three-course meal around 60 US dollars. And if you want to drink a beer or two, you have to pay extra: 4.8 US dollars (price for 2 bottles) And if you prefer a Coke, Fanta, Sprite or similar carbonated drink, then you have to pay 1.3 US dollars for a small bottle.
Below you will find a full list of prices in Dakar, including onion, tomatoes, beef, cheese, or milk


When you're thinking about traveling and it doesn't necessarily have to be a specific country, maybe the costs will be lower than in Dakar in one of the nearby countries? Check prices in: The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritania, Sierra Leone, and Cape Verde.

Food

Current prices overview: food prices Dakar

Restaurants

Current prices overview: Prices in restaurants Dakar

Cost Of Living

Current prices overview: cost of living Dakar

Entertainment

Current prices overview: entertainment costs Dakar

Dakar - comparison of selected prices with prices in United States:

Price fees $116 ($68 - $241)

fees

$116 ($68 - $241)
by half less than in United States

Price internet $47 ($32 - $62)

internet

$47 ($32 - $62)
34% is less expensive than in United States

Price jeans $58 ($19.3 - $80)

jeans

$58 ($19.3 - $80)
10% more than in United States

Price average earnings $305

average earnings

$305
93% is less expensive than in United States

Price renting a small apartment in the center $901 ($482 - $1.45K)

renting a small apartment in the center

$901 ($482 - $1.45K)
by half less than in United States

Price renting a large apartment outside the center $885 ($643 - $1.29K)

renting a large apartment outside the center

$885 ($643 - $1.29K)
63% is less expensive than in United States

Price bread $0.67 ($0.28 - $1.9)

bread

$0.67 ($0.28 - $1.9)
81% is less expensive than in United States

Price cheese $13.3 ($6.4 - $16.9)

cheese

$13.3 ($6.4 - $16.9)
3.2% more than in United States

Price rice $1.1 ($0.8 - $2.4)

rice

$1.1 ($0.8 - $2.4)
77% is less expensive than in United States

Price tomatoes $1.7 ($0.96 - $2.5)

tomatoes

$1.7 ($0.96 - $2.5)
66% is less expensive than in United States

Price bananas $1.7 ($1.3 - $2.4)

bananas

$1.7 ($1.3 - $2.4)
Very much like in United States

Price wine $8.8 ($4.8 - $16.1)

wine

$8.8 ($4.8 - $16.1)
by half less than in United States

Price cheap restaurant $8 ($3.2 - $12.1)

cheap restaurant

$8 ($3.2 - $12.1)
by half less than in United States

Price local beer $2.4 ($1.2 - $4.4)

local beer

$2.4 ($1.2 - $4.4)
by half less than in United States

Price coffee $3.8 ($2.4 - $5.1)

coffee

$3.8 ($2.4 - $5.1)
25% is less expensive than in United States

Price bottle of water $1.1 ($0.48 - $2.1)

bottle of water

$1.1 ($0.48 - $2.1)
by half less than in United States

Price Burger King or a similar bar $8 ($7.2 - $9.7)

Burger King or a similar bar

$8 ($7.2 - $9.7)
25% is less expensive than in United States

Price Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda $1.3 ($0.56 - $2.4)

Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda

$1.3 ($0.56 - $2.4)
by half less than in United States

Food Prices Dakar

  1. Milk (regular), 1 liter $2.4 (CFA 1.51K)
  2. A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) $0.67 (CFA 414)
  3. Eggs (regular) (12) $2.3 (CFA 1.45K)
  4. Local Cheese (1kg) $13.3 (CFA 8.26K)
  5. Water (1.5 liter bottle) $0.67 (CFA 419)
  6. A bottle of wine (mid-range) $8.8 (CFA 5.5K)
  7. Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle) $1.1 (CFA 673)
  8. Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) $1.8 (CFA 1.09K)
  9. Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) $1.3 (CFA 800)
  10. Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) $10.7 (CFA 6.64K)
  11. Apples (1kg) $2.2 (CFA 1.34K)
  12. Oranges (1kg) $2.1 (CFA 1.28K)
  13. Potatoes (1kg) $1.3 (CFA 792)
  14. Lettuce (1 head) $0.82 (CFA 510)
  15. Kilo of white rice $1.1 (CFA 656)
  16. Tomatoes (1kg) $1.7 (CFA 1.04K)
  17. Bananas (1kg) $1.7 (CFA 1.04K)
  18. Onions (1kg) $1.1 (CFA 675)
  19. Beef (1kg) (or similar red meat) $8.4 (CFA 5.2K)

Prices In Restaurants Dakar

  1. Meal in a cheap restaurant $8 (CFA 5K)
  2. Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course $60 (CFA 37.1K)
  3. McMeal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Combo Meal) $8 (CFA 5K)
  4. Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) $2.4 (CFA 1.5K)
  5. Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) $4 (CFA 2.5K)
  6. Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) $1.3 (CFA 826)
  7. Water (0.33 liter bottle) $1.1 (CFA 682)
  8. Cappuccino $3.8 (CFA 2.37K)

Cost Of Living Dakar

  1. One-way Ticket (Local Transport) $0.36 (CFA 225)
  2. Monthly Pass (Regular Price) $20 (CFA 12.5K)
  3. Gasoline (1 liter) $1.6 (CFA 970)
  4. Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW (or equivalent new car) $26.5K (CFA 16.5M)
  5. Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre $901 (CFA 561K)
  6. Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre $354 (CFA 220K)
  7. Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre $2.49K (CFA 1.55M)
  8. Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre $885 (CFA 551K)
  9. Utilities (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment $116 (CFA 72K)
  10. Internet (60 Mbps or more, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) $47 (CFA 29K)
  11. numb_34 $8.8 (CFA 5.5K)
  12. 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) $58 (CFA 36K)
  13. 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) $35 (CFA 21.7K)
  14. 1 pair of Nike running shoes or similar $80 (CFA 49.8K)
  15. 1 pair of men's leather shoes $73 (CFA 45.5K)
  16. Toyota Corolla 1.6l, 97kW Comfort (or equivalent new car) $26.3K (CFA 16.3M)
  17. Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child $245 (CFA 153K)
  18. Price per square meter for an apartment in the city center $2.41K (CFA 1.5M)
  19. International Primary School, Annually for 1 Child $8.95K (CFA 5.56M)
  20. Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre $1.37K (CFA 850K)
  21. Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) $305 (CFA 190K)
  22. Mortgage annual interest rate in percentages (%) 8.2%
  23. Taxi starting fare (normal tariff) $2.4 (CFA 1.5K)
  24. Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) $3.2 (CFA 2K)
  25. Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) $14.5 (CFA 9K)

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Dakar Cost Of Living

Entertainment Costs Dakar

  1. Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult $64 (CFA 39.7K)
  2. Tennis court rental (1 hour during a weekend) $16.1 (CFA 10K)
  3. Cinema, Single Ticket $8 (CFA 5K)

What are the different prices in the cities in Senegal? Look here: Prices in cities in Senegal

Prices: Dakar   Joal-fadiout   Kaffrine   Kaolack   Louga   Richard Toll   Touba   Saint-Louis   Diofior   Fatick  

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Cost of Living in Senegal: Prices for Travel, Eating Out, Groceries, and More. Discover the cost of living in Senegal with our comprehensive guide. We'll cover prices for travel, eating out, groceries, and more. Plus, get answers to the most common questions about prices and costs of living.

Do you want to learn more about different prices? See the following comparison:

Price cheap restaurant $8 ($3.2 - $12.1)

cheap restaurant

$8 ($3.2 - $12.1)
by half less than in United States

Price coffee $3.8 ($2.4 - $5.1)

coffee

$3.8 ($2.4 - $5.1)
25% is less expensive than in United States

Price Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda $1.3 ($0.56 - $2.4)

Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, Mirinda

$1.3 ($0.56 - $2.4)
by half less than in United States

Price internet $47 ($32 - $62)

internet

$47 ($32 - $62)
34% is less expensive than in United States

Price renting a large apartment outside the center $885 ($643 - $1.29K)

renting a large apartment outside the center

$885 ($643 - $1.29K)
63% is less expensive than in United States

Price renting a small apartment in the center $901 ($482 - $1.45K)

renting a small apartment in the center

$901 ($482 - $1.45K)
by half less than in United States