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Cost of Living in Sassandra

Sassandra, Bas-Sassandra, Côte d'Ivoire · Population 87,945

▼ -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 Sassandra

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 Sassandra 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

San-Pédro

66 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Méagui

72 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Mabéhiri

89 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Soubré

109 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Grand-Lahou

120 km away · Lagunes

Yabayo

123 km away · Bas-Sassandra

Divo

127 km away · Gôh-Djiboua

Gagnoa

133 km away · Gôh-Djiboua

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 Sassandra

Sassandra 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 Sassandra 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 Sassandra expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA258,940 ($428) per month in Sassandra 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 Sassandra?
A net salary of around CFA336,622 ($556) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Sassandra with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Sassandra is CFA211,750 ($350).
How much is rent in Sassandra?
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 Sassandra cheaper than Côte d'Ivoire on average?
Yes — Sassandra 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 Sassandra?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA61,710 ($102) in Sassandra. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA2,723 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around CFA817 ($1).
How do transport costs in Sassandra compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Sassandra is estimated at CFA9,983 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Sassandra are estimates based on Côte d'Ivoire national averages adjusted for city size (population 87,945). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.