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Cost of Living in Abobo

Abobo, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire · Population 1,340,083

▲ +8% vs Côte d'Ivoire average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)CFA298,131 ($493)
Couple, monthlyCFA531,826 ($879)
Family of four, monthlyCFA690,381 ($1,141)

Estimated Prices in Abobo

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantCFA3,104 ($5.13)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeCFA12,415 ($20.52)per meal
CappuccinoCFA931 ($1.54)each
Monthly groceries (single person)CFA70,349 ($116)per month
Monthly public transport passCFA11,380 ($18.81)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentCFA30,002 ($49.59)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)CFA8,690 ($14.36)per month
Fitness club membershipCFA8,690 ($14.36)per month
Cinema ticketCFA2,276 ($3.76)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA131,131 ($217)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreCFA91,221 ($151)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA273,664 ($452)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Abobo is CFA241,395 ($399) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of CFA298,131 ($493) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly CFA387,571 ($641) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (CFA91,221 ($151)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Côte d'Ivoire

Abidjan

Abidjan · pop. 5,616,633

CFA343,447 ($568) / mo

Yopougon

Abidjan · pop. 1,571,065

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 Abobo

Abobo is one of the key cities in Côte d'Ivoire. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is CFA298,131 ($493), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around CFA91,221 ($151) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to CFA690,381 ($1,141) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately CFA531,826 ($879) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Abobo is CFA241,395 ($399). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least CFA387,571 ($641) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abobo expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA298,131 ($493) per month in Abobo including rent outside the city centre. That is 8% more than the national average for Côte d'Ivoire.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Abobo?
A net salary of around CFA387,571 ($641) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Abobo with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Abobo is CFA241,395 ($399).
How much is rent in Abobo?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated CFA131,131 ($217) per month in the city centre and CFA91,221 ($151) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about CFA273,664 ($452).
Is Abobo cheaper than Côte d'Ivoire on average?
No — Abobo is estimated to be about 8% more expensive than the Côte d'Ivoire average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Abobo?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA70,349 ($116) in Abobo. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA3,104 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around CFA931 ($2).
How do transport costs in Abobo compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Abobo is estimated at CFA11,380 ($19). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Abobo are estimates based on Côte d'Ivoire national averages adjusted for city size (population 1,340,083). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.