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Sabha, Libya
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$623
Retiree Score
68.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
19 facilities

This desert oasis in southwest Libya is no paradise. With a scorching climate reaching 40°C in summer and just 8.2mm of annual rainfall, Sabha's harsh environment is a constant challenge. The city's history as a slave trading hub has also left a dark legacy - while reports of public slave auctions were exaggerated, the National Commission for Human Rights confirmed illegal slavery persists. And as the capital of the turbulent Fezzan region, Sabha has seen its share of political instability, with forces loyal to rival factions vying for control. For all its rugged beauty, this remote Saharan outpost is better suited to adventurous spirits than those seeking a comfortable expat life.

Can I afford Sabha?

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Sabha

You could save

2,377/mo

Savings Rate79%

Monthly Costs

Rent (Libya Average Adjusted)$248
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$375

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
79/100
Retiree Score
(i)
68/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Libya Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
19
Healthcare
100
Walkability
20
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) *$1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) *$1
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$3

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$5
Meal (Mid-range) *$7
Cappuccino *$1
Water (0.33L) *$0

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$33
Mobile Plan (mo) *$6
Gym (mo) *$9
Cinema Ticket *$3

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) *$149
1BR Outside (mo) *$71
3BR Center (mo) *$270
3BR Outside (mo) *$128

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
low
Expat Community
small
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Sabha has a population of approximately 94,749 people.

The nearest airport to Sabha is SRX, approximately 494km away.

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