Cost of Living in Mauritania 2026 — Rent, Food, Tax & BudgetAll figures are shown in EUR for comparability. The local currency of Mauritania is the Mauritanian ouguiya (MRU).
Monthly Living Costs in Mauritania
Average prices from our cost dataset, re-checked on a rolling basis:
1BR Rent
per month, city average
3BR Rent
per month, city average
Groceries
per month, single person
Transport
per month, public transit pass
Utilities
per month, basic apartment
Meal Out
typical price per meal
Monthly budget (single person): €360 (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities)
Monthly budget (couple): €475 (shared 1-bedroom rent, two of everything else)
These are national averages — actual costs vary by city and lifestyle.
How Expensive Is Mauritania Overall?
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (market data; higher = more expensive) | 30.6 |
| Price level index (World Bank, 2024; US = 100) | 31.1 |
Salaries by Sector
Typical gross annual salaries in Mauritania from our sector dataset:
| Sector | Typical gross annual (EUR) |
|---|---|
| IT & Software | €32,000 |
| Engineering | €28,000 |
| Finance | €26,000 |
| Healthcare | €22,000 |
| Construction | €20,000 |
| Education | €16,000 |
| Hospitality | €12,000 |
| Retail | €11,000 |
Taxes in Mauritania
Headline tax figures that shape your take-home pay:
| Tax | Rate / amount |
|---|---|
| Effective income tax at €90k gross | 8.1% |
| Net monthly pay at €90k gross | €6,125 |
| VAT / sales tax | 16% |
| Top personal income-tax rate | 40% |
Worked example: on a €90,000 gross salary, net pay is about €6,125 per month. After rent and essentials (€360), roughly €5,765 per month is left for savings and discretionary spending.
How Mauritania Compares to Its Neighbours
| Country | 1BR Rent | Groceries | Transport | Cost index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mauritania | €180 | €85 | €30 | 30.6 |
| Algeria | €350 | €85 | €15 | 31.9 |
| Mali | €180 | €85 | €25 | 34.3 |
| Senegal | €280 | €85 | €25 | 40.2 |
Quality of Life Metrics
Beyond cost, these factors shape everyday life in Mauritania:
Safety index
Healthcare index
Internet speed
English proficiency
Life expectancy
Expat satisfaction
What It Costs to Get In: Visas & Residence
We track 5 residence and visa routes for Mauritania — see the full Mauritania visa programme list.
Lowest documented income requirement among tracked routes: €1,500 per month — La résidence pour motif du travail (work route). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
Our engine estimates a minimum financial viability of €360 per month to sustain a move to Mauritania.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mauritania expensive?
Mauritania has a cost-of-living index of 30.6 (higher = more expensive). A 1-bedroom apartment averages €180 per month and a single person spends about €360 per month on rent plus essentials.
How much money do I need per month in Mauritania?
About €360 per month covers rent and essentials for a single person (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities). A couple sharing a 1-bedroom apartment needs about €475 per month.
What is the average rent in Mauritania?
A 1-bedroom apartment averages €180 per month and a 3-bedroom apartment averages €320 per month in Mauritania. Prices vary significantly between city centres and smaller towns.
What do people earn in Mauritania?
Typical gross annual salaries in Mauritania range from €11,000 (Retail) to €32,000 (IT & Software), based on our sector dataset.
Which residence route has the lowest income requirement for Mauritania?
Among the 5 Mauritania residence routes we track, the lowest documented income requirement is €1,500 per month (La résidence pour motif du travail). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
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