A Grade A government employee earns $700 a month. An SRA market survey found basic monthly costs in Mogadishu use up the whole salary, leaving nothing for health, clothing, communication, family support or emergencies.
Key figures
- Rent (mid-level area): $350
- Food: $200
- Transport: $60
- Utilities (water and electricity): $50
- Education: $40
- Total: $700, leaving a balance of $0
Source: Somali Researchers Association (SRA), market survey in Mogadishu, as of April 2026.
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