Skyline of Kosti
Cost of Living: 68 350,000

Kosti, Sudan

Kosti is a major city in Sudan with a population of 350,000.

Updated August 11, 2026
Cost of Living 68

Below Average vs Sudan Avg (100)

Housing Index 72

Affordable

Median Income ج.س 300,000

Household income

Unemployment 5.0%

Job market health

Kosti vs Sudan Average

Cost of Living
Kosti: 68
Sudan Avg: 100
Housing Index
Kosti: 72
Sudan Avg: 100

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: None
  • Sales Tax: 0.0%

Economy & Jobs

  • Median Income: ج.س 300,000
  • Unemployment: 5.0%
  • Population: 350,000

Climate

  • Sunny Days: 300/year
  • Summer High: 102°F
  • Winter Low: 62°F
  • Farming Zone: USDA Zone 7a

Housing

  • Median Home: ج.س7,000,000
  • 1BR Rent: ج.س18000/mo

Cost of Living

Kosti's cost of living index is 68 (Sudan average = 100).

CategoryKostiNational AverageDifference
Overall68100-32.0%
Housing72100-28.0%

Data source: Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), 2026

Housing Market

MetricValue
Median Home Priceج.س7,000,000
Median Rent (1BR)ج.س18000/mo
Median Rent (2BR)ج.س22,500/mo
Price per Sq Ftج.س4,666

Data source: Zillow Research, 2026

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Utilities

Estimated monthly utility costs for a typical household in Kosti:

UtilityEstimated Monthly CostNotes
Electricityج.س5000
Heating & CoolingN/AEstimated based on local climate.
Cooling (AC)ج.س97Estimated based on local climate and electricity rates
Waterج.س2000Includes sewer
Internet (100+ Mbps)ج.س10000Broadband average
Garbage / TrashIncluded in taxesMunicipal service (covered by property taxes)
Total Utilitiesج.س17097Monthly estimate (including heating & cooling)

Data sources: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) 2024, EPA/AWWA water rate surveys, BroadbandNow

Remote Work Score

Kosti scores —/100 for remote work readiness:

Cost of Living
68
Rent
ج.س18000
Sunny Days
300
Tax
None
Unemployment
5.0%
Climate
102°F / 62°F
Safety
5.0 homicides/100k
Population
350,000
Internet Speed
8 Mbps

Climate

Kosti has a varied climate with distinct seasons.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowRainfall
January82°F62°F2.5"
April87°F77°F2.8"
July102°F77°F1.5"
October82°F80°F2.2"
USDA Zone 7a

Mild — wide variety of vegetables, many fruit trees

Natural Hazards

Kosti faces the following natural hazards:

Drought Extreme Risk

Sahel region with extreme drought conditions.

Heat Wave Extreme Risk

Extreme summer heat.

Sandstorm High Risk

Frequent sandstorms.

Earthquake Moderate Risk

Moderate seismic activity with occasional earthquakes.

Flood Moderate Risk

Nile River flooding.

Based on historical records and geographic risk assessment.

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: 0% (None)
  • Sales Tax: 0%
  • Property Tax: ~0.1% of assessed value

Economy & Jobs

Major industries include technology, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The unemployment rate is 5.0%.

Schools & Education

Total Schools

Academic Schedule

School Hours 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Academic Year September to June
Term System Semester — Fall (Sep-Jan), Spring (Feb-Jun)
Summer Break June to September (13 weeks)
Winter Break December to January (2 weeks)
Spring Break Eid al-Fitr break (1-2 weeks)

Friday is the weekly holiday.

Important Disclaimer: All data on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, tax, or real estate advice. URCity and Northshore Press are not financial advisors, tax professionals, or real estate agents. Always consult qualified professionals before making relocation or financial decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Kosti, Sudan?

The cost of living index in Kosti is 68, which is Lower the Sudan national average of 100.

How much does it cost to buy a home in Kosti?

The median home price in Kosti is ج.س7,000,000. The housing index is 72.

What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment?

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kosti is approximately ج.س18000/mo.

Does Kosti, White Nile have income tax?

Kosti is in White Nile, which has no income tax.

What is the climate like in Kosti?

Kosti enjoys approximately 300 sunny days per year. Summer highs reach around 102°F, while winter lows can drop to around 62°F.

Data Sources

  • Cost of Living: Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), 2026
  • Housing Data: Zillow Research, 2026
  • Income & Employment: US Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2024
  • Utilities U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) 2024, EPA/AWWA water rate surveys, BroadbandNow

Data last updated: August 12, 2026. Data may not reflect current market conditions. Always verify with local sources before making relocation decisions.