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Cost of Living in Niaogho

Niaogho, Centre-Est, Burkina Faso · Population 8,792

▼ -16% vs Burkina Faso average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)CFA166,460 ($275)
Couple, monthlyCFA295,078 ($488)
Family of four, monthlyCFA381,268 ($630)

Estimated Prices in Niaogho

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantCFA1,797 ($2.97)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeCFA7,187 ($11.88)per meal
CappuccinoCFA539 ($0.89)each
Monthly groceries (single person)CFA40,729 ($67.32)per month
Monthly public transport passCFA6,588 ($10.89)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentCFA17,370 ($28.71)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)CFA5,031 ($8.32)per month
Fitness club membershipCFA5,031 ($8.32)per month
Cinema ticketCFA1,318 ($2.18)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA67,089 ($111)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreCFA46,670 ($77.14)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA140,011 ($231)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Niaogho is CFA108,900 ($180) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of CFA166,460 ($275) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly CFA216,398 ($358) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (CFA46,670 ($77)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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4 km away · Centre-Est

Ouarégou

8 km away · Centre-Est

Garango

24 km away · Centre-Est

Manga

35 km away · Centre-Sud

Bindé

35 km away · Centre-Sud

Gomboussougou

37 km away · Centre-Sud

Wardogo

39 km away · Centre-Sud

Tenkodogo

44 km away · Centre-Est

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

Koudougou

Centre-Ouest · pop. 160,207

CFA186,340 ($308) / 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

Living in Niaogho

Niaogho is one of the key cities in Burkina Faso. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is CFA166,460 ($275), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around CFA46,670 ($77) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to CFA381,268 ($630) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately CFA295,078 ($488) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Niaogho is CFA108,900 ($180). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least CFA216,398 ($358) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Niaogho expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA166,460 ($275) per month in Niaogho including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Burkina Faso.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Niaogho?
A net salary of around CFA216,398 ($358) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Niaogho with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Niaogho is CFA108,900 ($180).
How much is rent in Niaogho?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated CFA67,089 ($111) per month in the city centre and CFA46,670 ($77) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about CFA140,011 ($231).
Is Niaogho cheaper than Burkina Faso on average?
Yes — Niaogho is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Burkina Faso average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Niaogho?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA40,729 ($67) in Niaogho. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA1,797 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around CFA539 ($1).
How do transport costs in Niaogho compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Niaogho is estimated at CFA6,588 ($11). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Niaogho are estimates based on Burkina Faso national averages adjusted for city size (population 8,792). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.