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Cost of Living in Méagui

Méagui, Bas-Sassandra, Côte d'Ivoire · Population 153,483

▼ -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 Méagui

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 Méagui 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

Mabéhiri

34 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Soubré

43 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Yabayo

60 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Sassandra

72 km away · Bas-Sassandra

San-Pédro

74 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Para

87 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Gagnoa

107 km away · Gôh-Djiboua

Issia

122 km away · Sassandra-Marahoué

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 Méagui

Méagui 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 Méagui 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 Méagui expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA258,940 ($428) per month in Méagui 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 Méagui?
A net salary of around CFA336,622 ($556) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Méagui with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Méagui is CFA211,750 ($350).
How much is rent in Méagui?
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 Méagui cheaper than Côte d'Ivoire on average?
Yes — Méagui 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 Méagui?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA61,710 ($102) in Méagui. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA2,723 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around CFA817 ($1).
How do transport costs in Méagui compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Méagui is estimated at CFA9,983 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Méagui are estimates based on Côte d'Ivoire national averages adjusted for city size (population 153,483). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.