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Cost of Living in Abidjan

Abidjan, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire · Population 5,616,633 · National capital

▲ +25% vs Côte d'Ivoire average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)CFA343,447 ($568)
Couple, monthlyCFA613,717 ($1,014)
Family of four, monthlyCFA797,693 ($1,319)

Estimated Prices in Abidjan

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantCFA3,539 ($5.85)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeCFA14,157 ($23.40)per meal
CappuccinoCFA1,062 ($1.76)each
Monthly groceries (single person)CFA80,223 ($133)per month
Monthly public transport passCFA12,977 ($21.45)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentCFA34,213 ($56.55)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)CFA9,910 ($16.38)per month
Fitness club membershipCFA9,910 ($16.38)per month
Cinema ticketCFA2,595 ($4.29)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA154,526 ($255)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreCFA107,497 ($178)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA322,490 ($533)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Abidjan is CFA275,275 ($455) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of CFA343,447 ($568) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly CFA446,481 ($738) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (CFA107,497 ($178)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Attiecoubé

1 km away · Abidjan

Adjamé

3 km away · Abidjan

Yopougon

5 km away · Abidjan

Marcory

6 km away · Abidjan

Cocody

7 km away · Abidjan

Abobo

9 km away · Abidjan

Koumassi

9 km away · Abidjan

Bingerville

14 km away · Abidjan

Other Major Cities in Côte d'Ivoire

Yopougon

Abidjan · pop. 1,571,065

CFA298,131 ($493) / mo

Abobo

Abidjan · pop. 1,340,083

CFA298,131 ($493) / mo

Bouaké

Vallée du Bandama · pop. 740,000

CFA275,681 ($456) / mo

Cocody

Abidjan · pop. 692,583

CFA275,681 ($456) / mo

Port-Bouët

Abidjan · pop. 618,795

CFA275,681 ($456) / mo

Korhogo

Savanes · pop. 440,926

CFA275,681 ($456) / mo

Daloa

Sassandra-Marahoué · pop. 421,879

CFA275,681 ($456) / mo

Koumassi

Abidjan · pop. 412,282

CFA275,681 ($456) / mo

Living in Abidjan

Abidjan is the capital and one of the key cities in Côte d'Ivoire. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is CFA343,447 ($568), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around CFA107,497 ($178) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to CFA797,693 ($1,319) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately CFA613,717 ($1,014) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Abidjan is CFA275,275 ($455). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least CFA446,481 ($738) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abidjan expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA343,447 ($568) per month in Abidjan including rent outside the city centre. That is 25% more than the national average for Côte d'Ivoire.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Abidjan?
A net salary of around CFA446,481 ($738) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Abidjan with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Abidjan is CFA275,275 ($455).
How much is rent in Abidjan?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated CFA154,526 ($255) per month in the city centre and CFA107,497 ($178) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about CFA322,490 ($533).
Is Abidjan cheaper than Côte d'Ivoire on average?
No — Abidjan is estimated to be about 25% more expensive than the Côte d'Ivoire average, mainly due to housing demand as the national capital.
What is the cost of groceries in Abidjan?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA80,223 ($133) in Abidjan. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA3,539 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around CFA1,062 ($2).
How do transport costs in Abidjan compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Abidjan is estimated at CFA12,977 ($21). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Abidjan are estimates based on Côte d'Ivoire national averages adjusted for city size (population 5,616,633) and capital-city premium. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.