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Cities/Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam

Tanzania

Tanzania's largest city and commercial hub on the Indian Ocean, a gateway to Zanzibar, Serengeti, and Kilimanjaro with a laid-back Swahili coastal vibe.

Population: 6.4M
Avg Income: $ 3K/yr
Avg. Temp: 26°C
Area: 1,393 km²
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12
Very Affordable

#246 of 250

76% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 461

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 163

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 48

per month

Restaurants

$ 120

per month

Transportation

$ 51

per month

Utilities

$ 33

per month

Entertainment

$ 33

per month

Healthcare

$ 5

per month

Clothing

$ 10

per month