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Cost of Living in Bafou

Bafou, Ouest, Cameroon · Population 36,869

▼ -16% vs Cameroon average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FCFA200,969 ($332)
Couple, monthlyFCFA357,585 ($591)
Family of four, monthlyFCFA463,318 ($766)

Estimated Prices in Bafou

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFCFA2,124 ($3.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFCFA8,494 ($14.04)per meal
CappuccinoFCFA637 ($1.05)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FCFA48,134 ($79.56)per month
Monthly public transport passFCFA7,786 ($12.87)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFCFA20,528 ($33.93)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FCFA5,946 ($9.83)per month
Fitness club membershipFCFA5,946 ($9.83)per month
Cinema ticketFCFA1,557 ($2.57)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA85,386 ($141)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFCFA59,399 ($98.18)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA178,196 ($295)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Bafou is FCFA163,350 ($270) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FCFA200,969 ($332) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FCFA261,259 ($432) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FCFA59,399 ($98)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Dschang

8 km away · Ouest

Mbouda

23 km away · Ouest

Bamendjou

23 km away · Ouest

Bafoussam

33 km away · Ouest

Kekem

35 km away · Ouest

Baham

35 km away · Ouest

Bafang

35 km away · Ouest

Batcha

36 km away · Ouest

Other Major Cities in Cameroon

Douala

Littoral · pop. 5,768,400

FCFA298,549 ($493) / mo

Yaoundé

Centre · pop. 2,440,462

FCFA259,141 ($428) / mo

Bamenda

North-West · pop. 636,000

FCFA239,618 ($396) / mo

Garoua

Nord · pop. 600,000

FCFA239,618 ($396) / mo

Bafoussam

Ouest · pop. 600,000

FCFA239,618 ($396) / mo

Guider

Nord · pop. 400,000

FCFA239,618 ($396) / mo

Maroua

Extrême-Nord · pop. 201,371

FCFA225,060 ($372) / mo

Ngaoundéré

Adamaoua · pop. 189,800

FCFA225,060 ($372) / mo

Living in Bafou

Bafou is one of the key cities in Cameroon. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is FCFA200,969 ($332), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around FCFA59,399 ($98) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to FCFA463,318 ($766) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately FCFA357,585 ($591) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Bafou is FCFA163,350 ($270). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least FCFA261,259 ($432) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bafou expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FCFA200,969 ($332) per month in Bafou including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Cameroon.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Bafou?
A net salary of around FCFA261,259 ($432) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Bafou with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Bafou is FCFA163,350 ($270).
How much is rent in Bafou?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FCFA85,386 ($141) per month in the city centre and FCFA59,399 ($98) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FCFA178,196 ($295).
Is Bafou cheaper than Cameroon on average?
Yes — Bafou is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Cameroon average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Bafou?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at FCFA48,134 ($80) in Bafou. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about FCFA2,124 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around FCFA637 ($1).
How do transport costs in Bafou compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Bafou is estimated at FCFA7,786 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Bafou are estimates based on Cameroon national averages adjusted for city size (population 36,869). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.