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Cost of Living in Grand-Bassam

Grand-Bassam, Comoé, Côte d'Ivoire · Population 124,567

▼ -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 Grand-Bassam

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 Grand-Bassam 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.

Compare Grand-Bassam

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Nearby Cities

Port-Bouët

20 km away · Abidjan

Bingerville

25 km away · Abidjan

Koumassi

26 km away · Abidjan

Marcory

30 km away · Abidjan

Cocody

31 km away · Abidjan

Abidjan

36 km away · Abidjan

Adjamé

37 km away · Abidjan

Attiecoubé

37 km away · Abidjan

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 Grand-Bassam

Grand-Bassam 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 Grand-Bassam 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 Grand-Bassam expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA258,940 ($428) per month in Grand-Bassam 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 Grand-Bassam?
A net salary of around CFA336,622 ($556) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Grand-Bassam with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Grand-Bassam is CFA211,750 ($350).
How much is rent in Grand-Bassam?
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 Grand-Bassam cheaper than Côte d'Ivoire on average?
Yes — Grand-Bassam 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 Grand-Bassam?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA61,710 ($102) in Grand-Bassam. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA2,723 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around CFA817 ($1).
How do transport costs in Grand-Bassam compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Grand-Bassam is estimated at CFA9,983 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Grand-Bassam are estimates based on Côte d'Ivoire national averages adjusted for city size (population 124,567). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.