Données Clés sur le Coût de la Vie
| Catégorie | Indice | USD est. | Niveau |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coût de la Vie | 39.0 | 61% cheaper than NYC | Cheap |
| Rent (1-bed city) | 12.0 | $385/mo/mo est. | Cheap |
| Groceries | 40.0 | $170/mo/mo est. | Modéré |
| Restaurants | 23.0 | $5/meal est. | Cheap |
| Local Pouvoir d'Achat | 7.36 | ×2.56 expat stretch | |
| GNI per Capita | $3.2k | Banque Mondiale PPP | |
| Inflation Rate | 3.21% | Annuel 2026 |
Logement & Loyer
Rent in Mali is well below the NYC baseline (Rent Index 12.0). A 1-bedroom apartment in a major city centre costs around $385/month, dropping to $250/month outside the centre. Three-bedroom apartments typically run $660+/month centrally.
| Type | USD / mois | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed, city centre | $385/mo | Moy. capitale |
| 1-bed, suburbs | $250/mo | Hors centre |
| 3-bed, city centre | $660/mo | Famille / colocation |
| Utilities (85m²) | $60/mo | Électricité, gaz, eau |
Alimentation & Restaurants
Food in Mali is budget-friendly. An inexpensive restaurant meal costs around $5/person; a mid-range dinner for two runs $36. Monthly grocery spending for one person averages $170.
| Article | Prix (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Meal, inexpensive restaurant | $5 | Par personne |
| Meal for 2, mid-range | $18 | 3 plats |
| Courses mensuelles (célibataire) | $170/mo | Estimated |
| Beer (0.5L, restaurant) | $0.98 | Marque locale |
| Coffee / espresso | $1.36 | Café local |
Transport
A monthly public transport pass in Mali costs roughly $50. Taxis and ride-hailing are very cheap, making day-to-day mobility a minor budget item.
| Type | Prix (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly transit pass | $39/mo | Transport en commun |
| Taxi per km | $0.78/km | Tarif moyen |
| Petrol (1L) | $0.62/L | Carburant ordinaire |
| Internet speed | 2.0 Mbps | Slow |
Santé & Qualité de Vie
Analyse Clé
Mali's CoL Index of 39.0 paired with a Local Pouvoir d'Achat Index of 7.4 signals limited purchasing power for local earners. Expats on foreign incomes benefit significantly here. Current inflation is moderate at 3.2%, keeping costs relatively stable.
Notre Verdict for Mali
Mali is one of the most affordable destinations globally, with a CoL Index of 39.0 — less than half of New York City. Expats on Western incomes enjoy exceptional purchasing power here.
Idéal pour
- Digital nomads & remote workers on foreign income
- Budget-conscious expats maximising lifestyle quality
Moins adapté pour
- Those requiring Western-standard amenities everywhere
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