Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Ethiopia is 2.94 times more expensive as compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Ethiopia and São Tomé and Príncipe. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Ethiopia and São Tomé and Príncipe.
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 Indicators  | Ethiopia  | São Tomé and Príncipe  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 10,000 ETB (180 USD) | 1,500 STN (66 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 20,000 ETB (360 USD) | 2,500 STN (110 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 30,000 ETB (540 USD) | 3,500 STN (154 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 7,000 ETB (126 USD) | 1,000 STN (44 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 15,000 ETB (270 USD) | 1,800 STN (79.20 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 25,000 ETB (450 USD) | 2,500 STN (110 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 6 % | 1.2 % |
Realtor Commission  | 2 % | 2 % |
Property Taxes  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in Ethiopia is 3.29 times more expensive than São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 50,000 ETB (900 USD) | 3,000 STN (132 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 1,500 ETB (27 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 1,200 ETB (21.60 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 800 ETB (14.40 USD) | 90 STN (3.96 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 600 ETB (10.80 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 564.62% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Ethiopia costs 6.82 times more compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 300 ETB (5.40 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 500 ETB (9 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 800 ETB (14.40 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 490.91% more in Ethiopia compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 15 ETB (0.27 USD) | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 10 ETB (0.18 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 3 ETB (0.05 USD) | 1 STN (0.04 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 8 ETB (0.14 USD) | 1.50 STN (0.07 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 12 ETB (0.22 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 30 ETB (0.54 USD) | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 25 ETB (0.45 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
In Ethiopia, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.77 times more expensive than the cost in São Tomé and Príncipe.
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 15.44% more for Groceries.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 15 ETB (0.27 USD) | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 10 ETB (0.18 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 12 ETB (0.22 USD) | 3.50 STN (0.15 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 15 ETB (0.27 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 10 ETB (0.18 USD) | 2.50 STN (0.11 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 15 ETB (0.27 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 12 ETB (0.22 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 15 ETB (0.27 USD) | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 1.52 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 60 ETB (1.08 USD) | 12 STN (0.53 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 35 STN (1.54 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 30 ETB (0.54 USD) | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 15 ETB (0.27 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 10 ETB (0.18 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 100 ETB (1.80 USD) | 12 STN (0.53 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 50 ETB (0.90 USD) | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 143.30% more in Ethiopia compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 80 ETB (1.44 USD) | 6 STN (0.26 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 20 ETB (0.36 USD) | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 30 ETB (0.54 USD) | 6 STN (0.26 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 100 ETB (1.80 USD) | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 2.93 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 15 ETB (0.27 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 7,500 ETB (135 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | Yet to Update () | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 30 ETB (0.54 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 10 ETB (0.18 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 1,500 ETB (27 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 20 ETB (0.36 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 10 ETB (0.18 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 11.62 times more for transportation.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 100,000 ETB (1,800 USD) | 20,000 STN (880 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 2,000 ETB (36 USD) | 300 STN (13.20 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 500 ETB (9 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 5,000 ETB (90 USD) | 500 STN (22 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 10 % | 8 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 15 ETB (0.27 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 60 ETB (1.08 USD) | 18 STN (0.79 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 2.11 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Ethiopia compared to that of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 300 ETB (5.40 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 250 ETB (4.50 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 80 ETB (1.44 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 300 ETB (5.40 USD) | 250 STN (11 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 800 ETB (14.40 USD) | 120 STN (5.28 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 50 ETB (0.90 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 100 ETB (1.80 USD) | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 50 ETB (0.90 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 500 ETB (9 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 1.32 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 500 ETB (9 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 300 ETB (5.40 USD) | 120 STN (5.28 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Haircuts  | 100 ETB (1.80 USD) | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 15 ETB (0.27 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 10 ETB (0.18 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 1.56 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 2,000 ETB (36 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 600 ETB (10.80 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 1,500 ETB (27 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 800 ETB (14.40 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 8,000 ETB (144 USD) | 500 STN (22 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 1,200 ETB (21.60 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 2,000 ETB (36 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 1,500 ETB (27 USD) | 90 STN (3.96 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 1,500 ETB (27 USD) | 70 STN (3.08 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 1,200 ETB (21.60 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 50 ETB (0.90 USD) | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 50 ETB (0.90 USD) | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 1,500 ETB (27 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Sportswear  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 6.06 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 600 ETB (10.80 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 800 ETB (14.40 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 3,000 ETB (54 USD) | 600 STN (26.40 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 2,500 ETB (45 USD) | 500 STN (22 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 400 ETB (7.20 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 1,500 ETB (27 USD) | 250 STN (11 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 500 ETB (9 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 250 STN (11 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 2.37 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 2,000 ETB (36 USD) | 900 STN (39.60 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 10,000 ETB (180 USD) | 1,200 STN (52.80 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 12,000 ETB (216 USD) | 1,500 STN (66 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 15,000 ETB (270 USD) | 2,000 STN (88 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 25,000 ETB (450 USD) | 2,500 STN (110 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 35,000 ETB (630 USD) | 3,000 STN (132 USD) |
After School Activities  | 500 ETB (9 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 800 ETB (14.40 USD) | 250 STN (11 USD) |
Tutoring  | 800 ETB (14.40 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
School Supplies  | 100 ETB (1.80 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 3.57 times more for school and education.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 20 ETB (0.36 USD) | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 50 ETB (0.90 USD) | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 70 ETB (1.26 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 100 ETB (1.80 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 70 STN (3.08 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 20 ETB (0.36 USD) | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 30 ETB (0.54 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 60 ETB (1.08 USD) | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Bowling  | 30 ETB (0.54 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 20 ETB (0.36 USD) | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Video Games  | 150 ETB (2.70 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 20 ETB (0.36 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 30 ETB (0.54 USD) | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 400 STN (17.60 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 1.04 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 500 ETB (9 USD) | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 300 ETB (5.40 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Art Classes  | 80 ETB (1.44 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 20 ETB (0.36 USD) | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 40 ETB (0.72 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 50 ETB (0.90 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 20 ETB (0.36 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Educational Software  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 120 STN (5.28 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 1.28 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 15,000 ETB (270 USD) | 3,000 STN (132 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 10,000 ETB (180 USD) | 2,000 STN (88 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 66.67 ETB per hour (1.20 USD) | 33.33 STN per hour (1.47 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 1,000 ETB (18 USD) | 800 STN (35.20 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 15 % | 0 to 15 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 7 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 70 | 50 |
Median Household Income  | 12,000 ETB (216 USD) | 2,000 STN (88 USD) |
If you lived in Ethiopia, you would earn 1.99 times more salary as compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Ethiopia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 300 ETB (5.40 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 250 ETB (4.50 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 200 ETB (3.60 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 250 ETB (4.50 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Professional Services cost 1.41 times more in Ethiopia, as compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
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