Black Market Dollar to Birr Rate Today
Live dollar to birr black market exchange rate - Real P2P data updated hourly
162.80 ETB
1 USD = 162.80 ETB
+1.70 (1.06%)
0.0061 USD
1 ETB = 0.0061 USD
Historical Rates
| Date | Rate (ETB) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2025 | 164.82 | -0.73 (-0.44%) |
| 9/23/2025 | 165.56 | -0.92 (-0.55%) |
| 9/22/2025 | 166.48 | +1.79 (1.09%) |
| 9/19/2025 | 164.69 | +0.70 (0.42%) |
| 9/18/2025 | 163.99 | +2.90 (1.80%) |
| 9/13/2025 | 161.09 | +0.43 (0.27%) |
| 9/12/2025 | 160.66 | 0.00 (0.00%) |
About USD to Ethiopian Birr Exchange
The US Dollar (USD) to Ethiopian Birr (ETB) exchange rate shown above represents the current black market rate, which typically offers better value than the official rate set by the National Bank of Ethiopia.
This USD/ETB parallel market rate is determined by real supply and demand forces, including remittance flows, trade volumes, economic indicators, and political stability in Ethiopia.
Why use USD to ETB black market rates?
Black market rates provide the most accurate reflection of the true value of the Ethiopian Birr against the US Dollar. Ethiopian diaspora, businesses, and travelers rely on these rates for remittances, import/export planning, and financial decisions.
Current USD/ETB market trends
The USD/ETB exchange rate has shown an upward trend recently, gaining 1.06% in recent trading. This reflects increased demand for USD or weakening ETBin Ethiopia's parallel market.
How to use this USD to ETB rate
Use our live USD to ETB rate for planning remittances, calculating import costs, or budgeting travel expenses. The rate updates hourly to ensure you have the most current market information for your financial decisions.