Addis Ababa

Ethiopia 🕒 9:45:07 AM (UTC+3 EAT)

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Mon Feb 23
24°C / 75°F
Low: 14°C / 57°F
Tue Feb 24
25°C / 77°F
Low: 14°C / 58°F
Wed Feb 25
24°C / 75°F
Low: 13°C / 56°F

📊 Core Metrics

Rent (1BD)
$556
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
5.0
Out of 10
Internet
35
Mbps Avg
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic estimates.
Safety: Aggregated from national crime statistics and State Department advisory levels.
Note: Prices are estimates only and may vary by neighborhood.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population3,860,000
  • RegionAddis Ababa
  • ClimateTemperate (Avg 15.1°C)
  • Elevation2,405 m

🛂 Immigration & Visas

Tourist Stay: 90 Days (Extensions Possible)
Tourist visas can be extended for an additional 30 days at the Immigration, Nationality and Vital Events Agency in Addis Ababa.

Work Visa
Issued to foreign nationals who are employed by Ethiopian companies or organizations.
🕒 Validity: 12 Mo
Investment Visa
Issued to foreign investors who have obtained an investment license from the Ethiopian Investment Commission.
🕒 Validity: 12 Mo
Citizenship Path: Eligible after 4 years of residency.

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)$163.75
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)$130.20
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)$36.25
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre$836.11
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre$556.17
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre$2,093.14
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre$1,032.80
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre$209.22
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre$125.53

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)$0.42
  • Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price)$10.00
  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)$1.42
  • Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff)$0.44
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)$2.00
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)$1.07
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)$55,000.00
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)$55,600.00
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)$3.75

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant$4.00
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)$35.00
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)$6.50
  • Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint)$0.90
  • Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle)$1.60
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)$1.08
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle)$0.65
  • Bottled Water (12 oz)$0.68
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)$1.32
  • Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf)$1.01
  • White Rice (1 lb)$1.12
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)$2.12
  • Local Cheese (1 lb)$3.93
  • Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$5.98
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb)$5.36
  • Apples (1 lb)$2.72
  • Bananas (1 lb)$0.40
  • Oranges (1 lb)$1.09
  • Tomatoes (1 lb)$0.35
  • Potatoes (1 lb)$0.27
  • Onions (1 lb)$0.80
  • Lettuce (1 Head)$0.79
  • Bottled Water (50 oz)$0.75
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)$6.57
  • Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle)$0.98
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)$5.10

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership$53.45
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child$119.81
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child$30,187.50
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)$43.09
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)$93.25
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes$103.59

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)$9.98
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)$75.17
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)$196.00
  • Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %)$18.50

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