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Dan vs Cotonou

Benin vs Benin · 112 km apart

Dan

Benin

CFA181,593 ($300)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Cotonou

Benin

CFA216,380 ($358)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Dan	Cotonou	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.24	$3.82	Dan
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$12.96	$15.26	Dan
Cappuccino	$0.97	$1.14	Dan
Monthly groceries (single person)	$73.44	$86.50	Dan
Monthly public transport pass	$11.88	$13.99	Dan
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$31.32	$36.89	Dan
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$9.07	$10.68	Dan
Fitness club membership	$9.07	$10.68	Dan
Cinema ticket	$2.38	$2.80	Dan
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$121	$148	Dan
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$84.15	$103	Dan
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$252	$310	Dan
Total single-person budget	$300	$358	Dan
Average net salary	$180	$212

Verdict

Dan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Dan runs about $300 versus $358 in Cotonou — a difference of roughly 19%.

Salary-adjusted, Dan leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Dan · Full cost of living in Cotonou

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dan cheaper than Cotonou?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $300 per month in Dan versus $358 in Cotonou — about 19% less.

How far is Dan from Cotonou?

The straight-line distance between Dan and Cotonou is approximately 112 km (70 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Dan or Cotonou?

The estimated average net salary is $180 in Dan and $212 in Cotonou. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Dan versus $0 in Cotonou per month.