Places · Somalia
The best places to live in Somalia
Arcadia scores 4 places in Somalia, from Kismayo at about $480 a month to Mogadishu at about $1,142. 3 are by the sea, 1 are in the mountains. The climate is mostly desert. Across the country the typical ratings are safety 2/5, healthcare 1/5 and internet 3/5.
The standouts in Somalia
Cheapest, safest and best connected are within the 4 places Arcadia scores in Somalia, not the whole country.
All 4 places in Somalia
Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in Somalia?
Across the 4 places Arcadia scores in Somalia the median is about $500 a month for one person, from Kismayo at around $480 to Mogadishu at around $1,142. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included, not quotes.
What is the cheapest place to live in Somalia?
Kismayo, at about $480 a month. It is the cheapest of the 4 places Arcadia scores in Somalia, which is not the same as the cheapest in the country.
Which place in Somalia has the best internet?
Mogadishu, rated 3 out of 5. The typical rating across the 4 places is 3 out of 5.
How safe are the places Arcadia scores in Somalia?
The typical safety rating is 2 out of 5, and the highest-rated is Mogadishu. These are broad country-level estimates meant for comparing places, not local advice for a particular street or moment.
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