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Sudan🇸🇩
At a Glance
How Sudan compares across key indices
Cost of Living
40 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
25/100
Healthcare
43/100
Quality of Life
54/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Sudan
Cost of Living
40
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
30
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
40
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
42
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Higher RiskHow safe residents feel in Sudan - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
25/100
Crime Index
80/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Sudan
Sudan has 75 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $798 in Mellit to $1,060 in Khartoum. El Daein leads on safety, scoring 25/100. Burām ranks highest for quality of life at 59/200.
💸Most Affordable
Mellit
$798/mo
Safest
El Daein
25/100
Best Quality of Life
Burām
59/200
Best Healthcare
Khartoum
56/100
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Featured
Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 75 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khartoum | $1,060 | 19/100 | 58/200 | 56/100 | 95 |
| Omdurman | $950 | 21/100 | 58/200 | 51/100 | 95 |
| Khartoum North | $926 | 23/100 | 58/200 | 49/100 | 95 |
| Nyala | $901 | 24/100 | 58/200 | 47/100 | 93 |
| Port Sudan | $895 | 24/100 | 59/200 | 47/100 | 93 |
| Kassala | $887 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 46/100 | 92 |
| El Obeid | $886 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 46/100 | 92 |
| Al Qadarif | $882 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 46/100 | 91 |
| Kosti | $879 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 45/100 | 91 |
| Wad Medani | $879 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 45/100 | 91 |
| El Daein | $869 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 45/100 | 90 |
| El Fasher | $866 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 44/100 | 90 |
| Singa | $866 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 44/100 | 90 |
| Ad-Damazin | $854 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 43/100 | 89 |
| Al-Junaynah | $848 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 43/100 | 88 |
| Rabak | $840 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 42/100 | 88 |
| El Geneina Fort | $840 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 42/100 | 88 |
| Sennar | $839 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 42/100 | 87 |
| Al Manāqil | $838 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 42/100 | 87 |
| Gereida | $835 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 42/100 | 87 |
| Atbara | $832 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 42/100 | 87 |
| An Nuhūd | $831 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 42/100 | 87 |
| Ad-Damir | $829 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 41/100 | 87 |
| Kadugli | $822 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 41/100 | 86 |
| Ad Douiem | $821 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 41/100 | 86 |
| Burām | $809 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 40/100 | 85 |
| Shendi | $809 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 40/100 | 85 |
| New Halfa | $808 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 40/100 | 85 |
| Dilling | $805 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 40/100 | 84 |
| Er Roseires | $805 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 40/100 | 84 |
| Umm Ruwaba | $803 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 40/100 | 84 |
| Dongola | $803 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 39/100 | 84 |
| 'Ārdamatā | $802 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 39/100 | 84 |
| Kas | $802 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 39/100 | 84 |
| Mellit | $798 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 39/100 | 84 |
| Sh'īarīah | $798 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 39/100 | 84 |
| Al Hasaheisa | $798 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 39/100 | 84 |
| Abu Jibeha | $798 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 39/100 | 84 |
| Khashm al Qirbah | $798 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 39/100 | 84 |
| Suakin | $798 | 25/100 | 59/200 | 39/100 | 84 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Families
Schools
Verified school profiles for families comparing language model, grade range, credentials, and admissions next steps in Sudan. Tuition appears only when published in verified public sources.
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Verified records
0
Cities covered
2
Credential signals
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
Healthcare system overview for Sudan
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Environment
PollutedAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Sudan
Pollution Index
92/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
45.8ug/m3
Unhealthy for sensitive
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Sudan, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Sudan?
Sudan has a cost of living index of 40 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $829 in Ad-Damir and reach $1,060 in Khartoum.
What is the cheapest city in Sudan for expats?
Ad-Damir is the most affordable city in Sudan in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $829 for a single person including rent. An Nuhūd is the next most affordable at $831/mo.
Is Sudan safe for expats?
Sudan has a safety index of 25/100, making it worth researching carefully before committing for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, El Daein scores highest on safety at 25/100.
What is the best city in Sudan for expats and digital nomads?
Al-Junaynah ranks highest for quality of life in Sudan, scoring 59/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $848/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Ad-Damir offers the lowest monthly costs at $829/mo.
How good is healthcare in Sudan?
Sudan scores 43/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it limited in some areas by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Sudan cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Sudan's cost of living is roughly 60% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 70% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Sudan?
Sudan has a pollution index of 92/100 (lower = cleaner). Pollution can be a concern in urban areas. Research specific cities before committing, as rural and coastal areas typically fare better.
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