Skyline of Port Sudan
Cost of Living: 85 800,000

Port Sudan, Sudan

Port Sudan is a major city in Sudan with a population of 800,000.

Updated August 11, 2026
Cost of Living 85

Below Average vs Sudan Avg (100)

Housing Index 90

Affordable

Median Income ج.س 500,000

Household income

Unemployment 5.0%

Job market health

Port Sudan vs Sudan Average

Cost of Living
Port Sudan: 85
Sudan Avg: 100
Housing Index
Port Sudan: 90
Sudan Avg: 100

Taxes

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

Economy & Jobs

  • Median Income: ج.س 500,000
  • Unemployment: 5.0%
  • Population: 800,000

Climate

  • Sunny Days: 290/year
  • Summer High: 100°F
  • Winter Low: 65°F
  • Farming Zone: USDA Zone 7b

Housing

  • Median Home: ج.س18,000,000
  • 1BR Rent: ج.س40000/mo

Cost of Living

Port Sudan's cost of living index is 85 (Sudan average = 100).

CategoryPort SudanNational AverageDifference
Overall85100-15.0%
Housing90100-10.0%

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

Housing Market

MetricValue
Median Home Priceج.س18,000,000
Median Rent (1BR)ج.س40000/mo
Median Rent (2BR)ج.س50,000/mo
Price per Sq Ftج.س12,000

Data source: Zillow Research, 2026

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Utilities

Estimated monthly utility costs for a typical household in Port Sudan:

UtilityEstimated Monthly CostNotes
Electricityج.س5000
Heating & CoolingN/AEstimated based on local climate.
Cooling (AC)ج.س96Estimated 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.س17096Monthly estimate (including heating & cooling)

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

Remote Work Score

Port Sudan scores —/100 for remote work readiness:

Cost of Living
85
Rent
ج.س40000
Sunny Days
290
Tax
None
Unemployment
5.0%
Climate
100°F / 65°F
Safety
5.0 homicides/100k
Population
800,000
Internet Speed
8 Mbps

Climate

Port Sudan has a varied climate with distinct seasons.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowRainfall
January85°F65°F2.5"
April85°F80°F2.8"
July100°F75°F1.5"
October80°F83°F2.2"
USDA Zone 7b

Mild — wide variety of vegetables, many fruit trees

Natural Hazards

Port Sudan 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 Port Sudan, Sudan?

The cost of living index in Port Sudan is 85, which is Lower the Sudan national average of 100.

How much does it cost to buy a home in Port Sudan?

The median home price in Port Sudan is ج.س18,000,000. The housing index is 90.

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

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Port Sudan is approximately ج.س40000/mo.

Does Port Sudan, Red Sea have income tax?

Port Sudan is in Red Sea, which has no income tax.

What is the climate like in Port Sudan?

Port Sudan enjoys approximately 290 sunny days per year. Summer highs reach around 100°F, while winter lows can drop to around 65°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.