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Cost of Living in Koudougou

Koudougou, Centre-Ouest, Burkina Faso · Population 160,207

▼ -6% vs Burkina Faso average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)CFA186,340 ($308)
Couple, monthlyCFA330,754 ($547)
Family of four, monthlyCFA427,783 ($707)

Estimated Prices in Koudougou

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantCFA1,997 ($3.30)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeCFA7,986 ($13.20)per meal
CappuccinoCFA599 ($0.99)each
Monthly groceries (single person)CFA45,254 ($74.80)per month
Monthly public transport passCFA7,321 ($12.10)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentCFA19,300 ($31.90)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)CFA5,590 ($9.24)per month
Fitness club membershipCFA5,590 ($9.24)per month
Cinema ticketCFA1,464 ($2.42)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA76,533 ($127)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreCFA53,240 ($88.00)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA159,720 ($264)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Koudougou is CFA121,000 ($200) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of CFA186,340 ($308) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly CFA242,242 ($400) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (CFA53,240 ($88)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Réo

13 km away · Centre-Ouest

Vili

17 km away · Centre-Ouest

Imassogo

21 km away · Centre-Ouest

Nandiala

24 km away · Centre-Ouest

Sabou

25 km away · Centre-Ouest

Nassoulou

29 km away · Centre-Ouest

Nabadogo

35 km away · Centre-Ouest

Soa

36 km away · Centre-Ouest

Other Major Cities in Burkina Faso

Ouagadougou

Centre · pop. 3,063,271

CFA246,934 ($408) / mo

Bobo-Dioulasso

Hauts-Bassins · pop. 903,887

CFA198,349 ($328) / mo

Ouahigouya

Nord · pop. 124,580

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Kaya

Centre-Nord · pop. 122,949

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Banfora

Cascades · pop. 117,200

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Pouytenga

Centre-Est · pop. 99,950

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Houndé

Hauts-Bassins · pop. 87,154

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Fada Ngourma

Est · pop. 73,200

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Living in Koudougou

Koudougou is one of the key cities in Burkina Faso. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is CFA186,340 ($308), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around CFA53,240 ($88) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to CFA427,783 ($707) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately CFA330,754 ($547) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Koudougou is CFA121,000 ($200). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least CFA242,242 ($400) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koudougou expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA186,340 ($308) per month in Koudougou including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Burkina Faso.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Koudougou?
A net salary of around CFA242,242 ($400) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Koudougou with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Koudougou is CFA121,000 ($200).
How much is rent in Koudougou?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated CFA76,533 ($127) per month in the city centre and CFA53,240 ($88) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about CFA159,720 ($264).
Is Koudougou cheaper than Burkina Faso on average?
Yes — Koudougou is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Burkina Faso average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Koudougou?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA45,254 ($75) in Koudougou. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA1,997 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around CFA599 ($1).
How do transport costs in Koudougou compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Koudougou is estimated at CFA7,321 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Koudougou are estimates based on Burkina Faso national averages adjusted for city size (population 160,207). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.