How Mauritania compares across key indices
Cost of Living
31 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
55/100
Healthcare
47/100
Quality of Life
92/200
How far your money goes in Mauritania
Cost of Living
31
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
23
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
31
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
33
100 = NYC dining
How safe residents feel in Mauritania - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
55/100
Crime Index
55/100
Lower is better
0 point drop from day to night
Mauritania has 26 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $616 in Tevragh Zeina to $802 in Nouakchott. Nouadhibou leads on safety, scoring 55/100. Nouakchott ranks highest for quality of life at 99/200.
Tevragh Zeina
$616/mo
Nouadhibou
55/100
Nouakchott
99/200
Nouakchott
59/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nouakchott | $802 | 50/100 | 99/200 | 59/100 | 95 |
| Nouadhibou | $651 | 55/100 | 99/200 | 47/100 | 95 |
| Kiffa | $623 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 44/100 | 93 |
| Dar Naim | $623 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 44/100 | 93 |
| Néma | $622 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 44/100 | 93 |
| Mbera | $622 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 44/100 | 93 |
| Ksar | $621 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 44/100 | 93 |
| Kaédi | $620 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 44/100 | 93 |
| Zouérat | $620 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 44/100 | 92 |
| Tevragh Zeina | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Bougadoum | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Sélibaby | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Atar | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Ayoun El Atrous | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Guerou | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Boutilimitt | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| El ’Ayoûn | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Tékane | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Bogué | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Aleg | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Tembedgha | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Rosso | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Akjoujt | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Ṭinṭâne | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Elghabra | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
| Magṭa‘ Laḥjar | $616 | 55/100 | 98/200 | 43/100 | 92 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Verified school profiles for families comparing language model, grade range, credentials, and admissions next steps in Mauritania. Tuition appears only when published in verified public sources.
2
Verified records
1
Cities covered
1
Credential signals
Nouakchott
Ages and grades
Ages vary by program
High school
Tuition
Contact school
Confirm current fees directly with the school.
Nouakchott
Ages and grades
Ages vary by program
High school
Tuition
Contact school
Confirm current fees directly with the school.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare system overview for Mauritania
Recommended PartnerReal coverage for real life abroad. Not travel insurance. Not hoping for the best.
A portion of affiliate revenue is donated to UNHCR
Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Mauritania
Pollution Index
100/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
70.8ug/m3
Unhealthy
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Common questions about living in Mauritania, answered with data
Mauritania has a cost of living index of 31 relative to New York City (100). It is significantly cheaper than the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $651 in Nouadhibou and reach $802 in Nouakchott.
Nouadhibou is the most affordable city in Mauritania in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $651 for a single person including rent. Nouakchott is the next most affordable at $802/mo.
Mauritania has a safety index of 55/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Nouadhibou scores highest on safety at 55/100.
Nouakchott ranks highest for quality of life in Mauritania, scoring 99/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $802/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Nouadhibou offers the lowest monthly costs at $651/mo.
Mauritania scores 47/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it adequate by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Yes. Mauritania's cost of living is roughly 69% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 77% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
Mauritania has a pollution index of 100/100 (lower = cleaner). Pollution can be a concern in urban areas. Research specific cities before committing, as rural and coastal areas typically fare better.
Your pre-departure checklist for Mauritania
Where Can I Move?
Check whether this country fits your passport, budget, work setup, safety floor, and priorities.
Build My Escape Plan
Turn this country into a practical move plan with visa, insurance, housing, banking, and scouting-trip next steps.
Compare Countries
Side-by-side breakdown of cost of living, safety, healthcare, and more.
Cost of Living
Model monthly costs with Freedom Abroad estimates before you narrow the shortlist.
Recommended PartnerReal coverage for real life abroad. Not travel insurance. Not hoping for the best.
A portion of affiliate revenue is donated to UNHCR
Get a multi-currency account before you leave. Essential for managing money abroad.
eSIM, VPN, and reliable internet - sorted before you land.
Secure at least your first week. Having a home base makes everything else easier.
Find the cheapest flights with flexible date search. Set alerts for price drops on your route.
Follow Mauritania
Future guides and articles for Mauritania will land in your inbox.
Cost of living, safety, school, and quality-of-life figures on this page are Freedom Abroad estimates or verified public records modeled from open sources. Data sources
Freedom Abroad helps you figure out the part nobody talks about: how to actually build a life in another country. Films, tools, and data. No fluff.
Learn about our mission