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Cost of Living in Oyem

Oyem, Woleu-Ntem, Gabon · Population 60,685

▼ -6% vs Gabon average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FCFA280,720 ($464)
Couple, monthlyFCFA501,303 ($829)
Family of four, monthlyFCFA651,270 ($1,076)

Estimated Prices in Oyem

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFCFA2,904 ($4.80)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFCFA11,616 ($19.20)per meal
CappuccinoFCFA871 ($1.44)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FCFA65,824 ($109)per month
Monthly public transport passFCFA10,648 ($17.60)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFCFA28,072 ($46.40)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FCFA8,131 ($13.44)per month
Fitness club membershipFCFA8,131 ($13.44)per month
Cinema ticketFCFA2,130 ($3.52)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA125,235 ($207)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFCFA87,120 ($144)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFCFA261,360 ($432)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Oyem is FCFA363,000 ($600) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FCFA280,720 ($464) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FCFA364,936 ($603) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FCFA87,120 ($144)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Bitam

55 km away · Woleu-Ntem

Mitzic

91 km away · Woleu-Ntem

Makokou

184 km away · Ogooué-Ivindo

Ntoum

242 km away · Estuaire

Bifoun

252 km away · Moyen-Ogooué

Mékambo

270 km away · Ogooué-Ivindo

Libreville

272 km away · Estuaire

Owendo

273 km away · Estuaire

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

Ntoum

Estuaire · pop. 51,954

FCFA280,720 ($464) / mo

Living in Oyem

Oyem is one of the key cities in Gabon. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is FCFA280,720 ($464), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around FCFA87,120 ($144) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to FCFA651,270 ($1,076) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately FCFA501,303 ($829) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Oyem is FCFA363,000 ($600). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least FCFA364,936 ($603) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oyem expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FCFA280,720 ($464) per month in Oyem including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Gabon.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Oyem?
A net salary of around FCFA364,936 ($603) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Oyem with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Oyem is FCFA363,000 ($600).
How much is rent in Oyem?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FCFA125,235 ($207) per month in the city centre and FCFA87,120 ($144) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FCFA261,360 ($432).
Is Oyem cheaper than Gabon on average?
Yes — Oyem is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Gabon average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Oyem?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at FCFA65,824 ($109) in Oyem. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about FCFA2,904 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around FCFA871 ($1).
How do transport costs in Oyem compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Oyem is estimated at FCFA10,648 ($18). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Oyem are estimates based on Gabon national averages adjusted for city size (population 60,685). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.