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Cost of Living in Yamoussoukro

Yamoussoukro, Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire · Population 340,234

▲ +0% vs Côte d'Ivoire average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)CFA275,681 ($456)
Couple, monthlyCFA491,313 ($812)
Family of four, monthlyCFA637,346 ($1,053)

Estimated Prices in Yamoussoukro

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantCFA2,886 ($4.77)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeCFA11,543 ($19.08)per meal
CappuccinoCFA866 ($1.43)each
Monthly groceries (single person)CFA65,413 ($108)per month
Monthly public transport passCFA10,581 ($17.49)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentCFA27,897 ($46.11)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)CFA8,080 ($13.36)per month
Fitness club membershipCFA8,080 ($13.36)per month
Cinema ticketCFA2,116 ($3.50)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA119,731 ($198)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreCFA83,291 ($138)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA249,873 ($413)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Yamoussoukro is CFA224,455 ($371) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of CFA275,681 ($456) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly CFA358,385 ($592) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (CFA83,291 ($138)) represents about 30% 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

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 Yamoussoukro

Yamoussoukro is one of the key cities in Côte d'Ivoire. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is CFA275,681 ($456), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around CFA83,291 ($138) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to CFA637,346 ($1,053) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately CFA491,313 ($812) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Yamoussoukro is CFA224,455 ($371). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least CFA358,385 ($592) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yamoussoukro expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA275,681 ($456) per month in Yamoussoukro including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Côte d'Ivoire.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Yamoussoukro?
A net salary of around CFA358,385 ($592) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Yamoussoukro with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Yamoussoukro is CFA224,455 ($371).
How much is rent in Yamoussoukro?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated CFA119,731 ($198) per month in the city centre and CFA83,291 ($138) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about CFA249,873 ($413).
Is Yamoussoukro cheaper than Côte d'Ivoire on average?
No — Yamoussoukro is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Côte d'Ivoire average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Yamoussoukro?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA65,413 ($108) in Yamoussoukro. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA2,886 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around CFA866 ($1).
How do transport costs in Yamoussoukro compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Yamoussoukro is estimated at CFA10,581 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Yamoussoukro are estimates based on Côte d'Ivoire national averages adjusted for city size (population 340,234). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.