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Cost of Living in Pouytenga

Pouytenga, Centre-Est, Burkina Faso · Population 99,950

▼ -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 Pouytenga

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 Pouytenga 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

Koupéla

12 km away · Centre-Est

Zorgo

20 km away · Plateau-Central

Mogtédo

44 km away · Plateau-Central

Boulsa

49 km away · Centre-Nord

Garango

51 km away · Centre-Est

Tenkodogo

52 km away · Centre-Est

Ouarégou

58 km away · Centre-Est

Béguédo

61 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

Houndé

Hauts-Bassins · pop. 87,154

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Fada Ngourma

Est · pop. 73,200

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Living in Pouytenga

Pouytenga 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 Pouytenga 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 Pouytenga expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA186,340 ($308) per month in Pouytenga 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 Pouytenga?
A net salary of around CFA242,242 ($400) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Pouytenga with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Pouytenga is CFA121,000 ($200).
How much is rent in Pouytenga?
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 Pouytenga cheaper than Burkina Faso on average?
Yes — Pouytenga 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 Pouytenga?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA45,254 ($75) in Pouytenga. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA1,997 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around CFA599 ($1).
How do transport costs in Pouytenga compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Pouytenga is estimated at CFA7,321 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Pouytenga are estimates based on Burkina Faso national averages adjusted for city size (population 99,950). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.