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Cost of Living in Daoukro

Daoukro, Lacs, Côte d'Ivoire · Population 101,136

▼ -6% vs Côte d'Ivoire average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)CFA258,940 ($428)
Couple, monthlyCFA461,131 ($762)
Family of four, monthlyCFA597,861 ($988)

Estimated Prices in Daoukro

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantCFA2,723 ($4.50)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeCFA10,890 ($18.00)per meal
CappuccinoCFA817 ($1.35)each
Monthly groceries (single person)CFA61,710 ($102)per month
Monthly public transport passCFA9,983 ($16.50)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentCFA26,318 ($43.50)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)CFA7,623 ($12.60)per month
Fitness club membershipCFA7,623 ($12.60)per month
Cinema ticketCFA1,997 ($3.30)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA111,320 ($184)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreCFA77,440 ($128)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA232,320 ($384)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Daoukro is CFA211,750 ($350) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of CFA258,940 ($428) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly CFA336,622 ($556) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (CFA77,440 ($128)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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Abengourou

63 km away · Comoé

Dimbokro

94 km away · Lacs

Ananguié

95 km away · Lagunes

Adzopé

106 km away · Lagunes

Rubino

116 km away · Lagunes

Agboville

128 km away · Lagunes

Bandakagni-Tomora

128 km away · Zanzan

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

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

Living in Daoukro

Daoukro is one of the key cities in Côte d'Ivoire. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is CFA258,940 ($428), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around CFA77,440 ($128) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to CFA597,861 ($988) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately CFA461,131 ($762) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Daoukro is CFA211,750 ($350). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least CFA336,622 ($556) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daoukro expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA258,940 ($428) per month in Daoukro including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Côte d'Ivoire.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Daoukro?
A net salary of around CFA336,622 ($556) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Daoukro with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Daoukro is CFA211,750 ($350).
How much is rent in Daoukro?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated CFA111,320 ($184) per month in the city centre and CFA77,440 ($128) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about CFA232,320 ($384).
Is Daoukro cheaper than Côte d'Ivoire on average?
Yes — Daoukro is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Côte d'Ivoire average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Daoukro?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA61,710 ($102) in Daoukro. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA2,723 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around CFA817 ($1).
How do transport costs in Daoukro compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Daoukro is estimated at CFA9,983 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Daoukro are estimates based on Côte d'Ivoire national averages adjusted for city size (population 101,136). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.