Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

In 2026, a single person living in Addis Ababa needs approximately ETB 21,596/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around ETB 43,065/month. Addis Ababa is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Addis Ababa costs approximately ETB 12,029/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around ETB 23,351/month. Rent has changed +16% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Addis Ababa are approximately ETB 5,378 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Addis Ababa costs ETB 594 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Addis Ababa average ETB 1,557 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Addis Ababa is located in Ethiopia (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of ETB 12,029/month and total single-person expenses around ETB 21,596/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Addis Ababa costs approximately ETB 255 in 2026. Budget around ETB 2,038/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Addis Ababa from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 60.8% over this period (from ETB 7,480 in 2022 to ETB 12,029 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Addis Ababa in 2026, a single person needs approximately ETB 21,596/month. This covers rent (ETB 12,029), groceries (ETB 5,378), transport (ETB 594), utilities (ETB 1,557) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around ETB 43,065/month.