Town in Amhara, Ethiopia
Cost of living in Lalibela
How much a month costs in Lalibela
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $338–553 (Br55,000–90,000).
Prices in Lalibela
Typical 2026 ranges in ETB, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | ETB | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | Br500–1,200 | $3.1–7.4 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | Br2,500–7,000 | $15–43 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | Br150–350 | $0.9–2.1 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | Br500–1,200 | $3.1–7.4 |
| Cappuccino | Br50–120 | $0.31–0.74 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | Br70–140 | $0.43–0.86 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | Br20–100 | $0.12–0.61 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | Br100–300 | $0.6–1.8 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | Br400–900 | $2.5–5.5 |
Value for money: 96/100
A value score of 96/100 means Lalibela gives more quality of life per dollar than 95% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 38/100.
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Cost of living across Ethiopia
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Lalibela | $338–553 | 96/100 |
| Addis Ababa | $553–921 | 91/100 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Lalibela?
About $154–246 on a lean budget, $338–553 for a comfortable month and $676–1,230 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much does food cost in Lalibela?
A local meal is Br150–350 ($0.9–2.1); a mid-range restaurant is Br500–1,200 ($3.1–7.4) per person.
Is Ethiopia expensive?
Prices in Ethiopia are about 37% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- UNESCO World Heritage: Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela
- Ethiopian e-visa portal
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.