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Jos vs Port Harcourt

Nigeria vs Nigeria · 610 km apart

Jos

Nigeria

₦581,036 ($375)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Port Harcourt

Nigeria

₦628,574 ($406)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseJosPort HarcourtCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.82$4.10Jos
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$15.26$16.42Jos
Cappuccino$1.14$1.23Jos
Monthly groceries (single person)$86.50$93.02Jos
Monthly public transport pass$13.99$15.05Jos
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$36.89$39.67Jos
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.68$11.49Jos
Fitness club membership$10.68$11.49Jos
Cinema ticket$2.80$3.01Jos
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$173$190Jos
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$120$132Jos
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$361$396Jos
Total single-person budget$375$406Jos
Average net salary$265$285

Verdict

Jos is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Jos runs about $375 versus $406 in Port Harcourt — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Jos 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 Jos  ·  Full cost of living in Port Harcourt

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jos cheaper than Port Harcourt?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $375 per month in Jos versus $406 in Port Harcourt — about 8% less.
How far is Jos from Port Harcourt?
The straight-line distance between Jos and Port Harcourt is approximately 610 km (379 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Jos or Port Harcourt?
The estimated average net salary is $265 in Jos and $285 in Port Harcourt. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Jos versus $0 in Port Harcourt per month.