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| Expense | Ouidah | Cotonou | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.60 | $3.82 | Ouidah |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $14.40 | $15.26 | Ouidah |
| Cappuccino | $1.08 | $1.14 | Ouidah |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $81.60 | $86.50 | Ouidah |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.20 | $13.99 | Ouidah |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $34.80 | $36.89 | Ouidah |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.08 | $10.68 | Ouidah |
| Fitness club membership | $10.08 | $10.68 | Ouidah |
| Cinema ticket | $2.64 | $2.80 | Ouidah |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $138 | $148 | Ouidah |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $96.00 | $103 | Ouidah |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $288 | $310 | Ouidah |
| Total single-person budget | $336 | $358 | Ouidah |
| Average net salary | $200 | $212 |
Ouidah is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ouidah runs about $336 versus $358 in Cotonou — a difference of roughly 6%.
Salary-adjusted, Ouidah 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 Ouidah · Full cost of living in Cotonou