City, Senegal
Cost of living in Saint-Louis
How much a month costs in Saint-Louis
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,030–1,630 (CFA600,000–950,000).
Prices in Saint-Louis
Typical 2026 ranges in XOF, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | XOF | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | CFA180,000–350,000 | $309–600 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | CFA80,000–180,000 | $137–309 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | CFA6,000–12,000 | $10–21 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | CFA25,000–60,000 | $43–103 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | CFA1,500–3,000 | $2.6–5.1 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | CFA6,000–14,000 | $10–24 |
| Cappuccino | CFA1,000–2,500 | $1.7–4.3 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | CFA1,500–3,000 | $2.6–5.1 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | CFA200–500 | $0.34–0.86 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | CFA1,000–2,500 | $1.7–4.3 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | CFA5,000–12,000 | $9–21 |
Value for money: 44/100
A value score of 44/100 means Saint-Louis gives more quality of life per dollar than 43% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 44/100. It's the 1st most affordable of 3 places we cover in Senegal.
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Cost of living across Senegal
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Saint-Louis
Similar safety, lower cost, in Africa.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Saint-Louis?
About $515–772 on a lean budget, $1,030–1,630 for a comfortable month and $2,400–4,120 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Saint-Louis?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs CFA180,000–350,000 ($309–600) a month in the center and CFA80,000–180,000 ($137–309) outside it.
How much does food cost in Saint-Louis?
A local meal is CFA1,500–3,000 ($2.6–5.1); a mid-range restaurant is CFA6,000–14,000 ($10–24) per person.
Is Senegal expensive?
Prices in Senegal are about 36% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- UNESCO World Heritage: Island of Saint-Louis
- Senegal national parks (Djoudj)
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.