Cost of Living in Sétif


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£355

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
20%
Groceries
47%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
2%
Utilities
14%
Leisure
6%
Property
20%
Groceries
47%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
2%
Utilities
14%
Leisure
6%

Cost of living breakdown for Sétif

You can expect to spend around £355 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£56Average rent per month
£707Price per m² (city centre)
£289Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index17
Quality of life index56
Safety index49
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Sétif average costs for food and drink.

£137Weekly groceries/person
£31Dining out average cost/person
£0Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Sétif average salaries and services.

£226Average Monthly Net Salary
£4Transport
Healthcare59
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Algeria

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£56.17£51.80 - £58.92
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£41.67£34.53 - £47.14
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£133.29£88.38 - £173.34
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£115.02£88.38 - £144.45

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Sétif depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £299 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £1,073. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £56 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Sétif costs £0.12. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £4.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Sétif is currently £226.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Sétif costs approximately £2, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £12.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Sétif for a single person is £299, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Sétif, the estimated monthly costs are £1,073, not including rent.

Rent prices in Sétif depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £56, compared to £42 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £133 in the centre and £115 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Sétif (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £29 per month. Internet access typically adds another £10.