City in São Vicente, Cabo Verde
Cost of living in Mindelo
How much a month costs in Mindelo
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $918–1,430 (CVE90,000–140,000).
Prices in Mindelo
Typical 2026 ranges in CVE, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | CVE | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | CVE35,000–70,000 | $357–714 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | CVE25,000–45,000 | $255–459 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | CVE1,300–2,500 | $13–26 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | CVE5,500–11,000 | $56–112 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | CVE450–800 | $4.6–8.2 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | CVE1,300–2,500 | $13–26 |
| Cappuccino | CVE100–200 | $1–2 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | CVE150–280 | $1.5–2.9 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | CVE40–60 | $0.41–0.61 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | CVE300–500 | $3.1–5.1 |
Value for money: 83/100
A value score of 83/100 means Mindelo gives more quality of life per dollar than 82% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 68/100. It's the 1st most affordable of 4 places we cover in Cabo Verde.
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Cost of living across Cabo Verde
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Mindelo
Similar safety, lower cost, in Africa.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Mindelo?
About $510–714 on a lean budget, $918–1,430 for a comfortable month and $1,730–3,060 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Mindelo?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs CVE35,000–70,000 ($357–714) a month in the center and CVE25,000–45,000 ($255–459) outside it.
How much does food cost in Mindelo?
A local meal is CVE450–800 ($4.6–8.2); a mid-range restaurant is CVE1,300–2,500 ($13–26) per person.
Is Cabo Verde expensive?
Prices in Cabo Verde are about 48% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
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 Spotted something out of date?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.