Nigeria vs Nigeria · 246 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Lagos | Benin City | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.68 | $4.10 | Benin City |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $18.72 | $16.42 | Benin City |
| Cappuccino | $1.40 | $1.23 | Benin City |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $106 | $93.02 | Benin City |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.16 | $15.05 | Benin City |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $45.24 | $39.67 | Benin City |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.10 | $11.49 | Benin City |
| Fitness club membership | $13.10 | $11.49 | Benin City |
| Cinema ticket | $3.43 | $3.01 | Benin City |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $223 | $190 | Benin City |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $155 | $132 | Benin City |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $466 | $396 | Benin City |
| Total single-person budget | $467 | $406 | Benin City |
| Average net salary | $325 | $285 |
Benin City is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lagos runs about $467 versus $406 in Benin City — a difference of roughly 13%.
Salary-adjusted, Benin City 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 Lagos · Full cost of living in Benin City