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Cost of Living in Makokou

Makokou, Ogooué-Ivindo, Gabon · Population 20,653

▼ -16% vs Gabon average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FCFA250,610 ($414)
Couple, monthlyFCFA446,918 ($739)
Family of four, monthlyFCFA580,028 ($959)

Estimated Prices in Makokou

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFCFA2,614 ($4.32)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFCFA10,454 ($17.28)per meal
CappuccinoFCFA784 ($1.30)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FCFA59,242 ($97.92)per month
Monthly public transport passFCFA9,583 ($15.84)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFCFA25,265 ($41.76)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FCFA7,318 ($12.10)per month
Fitness club membershipFCFA7,318 ($12.10)per month
Cinema ticketFCFA1,917 ($3.17)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA109,781 ($181)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFCFA76,370 ($126)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA229,109 ($379)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Makokou is FCFA326,700 ($540) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FCFA250,610 ($414) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FCFA325,793 ($539) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FCFA76,370 ($126)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Mékambo

129 km away · Ogooué-Ivindo

Mitzic

147 km away · Woleu-Ntem

Okondja

172 km away · Haut-Ogooué

Oyem

184 km away · Woleu-Ntem

Koulamoutou

194 km away · Ogooué-Lolo

Bitam

228 km away · Woleu-Ntem

Moanda

240 km away · Haut-Ogooué

Franceville

257 km away · Haut-Ogooué

Other Major Cities in Gabon

Libreville

Estuaire · pop. 899,000

FCFA372,614 ($616) / mo

Port-Gentil

Ogooué-Maritime · pop. 154,632

FCFA280,720 ($464) / mo

Franceville

Haut-Ogooué · pop. 110,568

FCFA280,720 ($464) / mo

Owendo

Estuaire · pop. 79,300

FCFA280,720 ($464) / mo

Oyem

Woleu-Ntem · pop. 60,685

FCFA280,720 ($464) / mo

Ntoum

Estuaire · pop. 51,954

FCFA280,720 ($464) / mo

Living in Makokou

Makokou is one of the key cities in Gabon. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is FCFA250,610 ($414), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around FCFA76,370 ($126) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to FCFA580,028 ($959) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately FCFA446,918 ($739) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Makokou is FCFA326,700 ($540). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least FCFA325,793 ($539) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makokou expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FCFA250,610 ($414) per month in Makokou including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Gabon.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Makokou?
A net salary of around FCFA325,793 ($539) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Makokou with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Makokou is FCFA326,700 ($540).
How much is rent in Makokou?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FCFA109,781 ($181) per month in the city centre and FCFA76,370 ($126) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FCFA229,109 ($379).
Is Makokou cheaper than Gabon on average?
Yes — Makokou is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Gabon average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Makokou?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at FCFA59,242 ($98) in Makokou. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about FCFA2,614 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around FCFA784 ($1).
How do transport costs in Makokou compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Makokou is estimated at FCFA9,583 ($16). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Makokou are estimates based on Gabon national averages adjusted for city size (population 20,653). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.