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Apapa vs Abuja

Nigeria vs Nigeria · 540 km apart

Apapa

Nigeria

₦545,600 ($352)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Abuja

Nigeria

₦628,574 ($406)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Apapa	Abuja	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.60	$4.10	Apapa
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$14.40	$16.42	Apapa
Cappuccino	$1.08	$1.23	Apapa
Monthly groceries (single person)	$81.60	$93.02	Apapa
Monthly public transport pass	$13.20	$15.05	Apapa
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$34.80	$39.67	Apapa
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$10.08	$11.49	Apapa
Fitness club membership	$10.08	$11.49	Apapa
Cinema ticket	$2.64	$3.01	Apapa
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$161	$190	Apapa
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$112	$132	Apapa
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$336	$396	Apapa
Total single-person budget	$352	$406	Apapa
Average net salary	$250	$285

Verdict

Apapa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Apapa runs about $352 versus $406 in Abuja — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Apapa 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 Apapa · Full cost of living in Abuja

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apapa cheaper than Abuja?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $352 per month in Apapa versus $406 in Abuja — about 15% less.

How far is Apapa from Abuja?

The straight-line distance between Apapa and Abuja is approximately 540 km (335 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Apapa or Abuja?

The estimated average net salary is $250 in Apapa and $285 in Abuja. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Apapa versus $0 in Abuja per month.