Saint-Louis, Senegal
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$1826

Retiree Score

70.0

Safety Index

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Healthcare

44 facilities

Forget the romantic colonial charm - Saint-Louis has a population of 237,563 and faces severe environmental threats. The city is vulnerable to flooding, with up to 80% of it at risk by 2080 due to climate change and failed infrastructure projects. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, and overfishing is damaging the local economy. This faded former capital is best suited for the intrepid traveler seeking an authentic, if gritty, West African experience.

Can I afford Saint-Louis?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

You could save

$1224 / month

Savings Rate41%

Rent $955

Living Costs $821

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Safety

Healthcare

100

Walkability

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$1

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)$3

Rice (1kg)—

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$19

Meal (Mid-range)$89

Cappuccino$5

Water (0.33L)—

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$229

Mobile Plan (mo)$67

Gym (mo)$33

Cinema Ticket$13

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$955

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)$1708

3BR Outside (mo)—

Expat Life

English Proficiency

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Expat Community

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Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

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Nearest Airport

DSS (163km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

$4198

Mortgage Interest Rate

6.15%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

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Temperature

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Annual Rainfall

173 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

May, Jun, Jul, Aug