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Cost of Living in Conakry

Conakry, Conakry, Guinea · Population 1,667,864 · National capital

▲ +24% vs Guinea average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FG3,829,238 ($445)
Couple, monthlyFG6,819,634 ($793)
Family of four, monthlyFG8,842,078 ($1,028)

Estimated Prices in Conakry

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFG40,248 ($4.68)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFG160,992 ($18.72)per meal
CappuccinoFG12,074 ($1.40)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FG912,288 ($106)per month
Monthly public transport passFG147,576 ($17.16)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFG389,064 ($45.24)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FG112,694 ($13.10)per month
Fitness club membershipFG112,694 ($13.10)per month
Cinema ticketFG29,515 ($3.43)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFG1,647,429 ($192)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFG1,146,038 ($133)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFG3,438,113 ($400)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Conakry is FG2,236,000 ($260) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FG3,829,238 ($445) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FG4,978,009 ($579) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FG1,146,038 ($133)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conakry expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FG3,829,238 ($445) per month in Conakry including rent outside the city centre. That is 24% more than the national average for Guinea.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Conakry?
A net salary of around FG4,978,009 ($579) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Conakry with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Conakry is FG2,236,000 ($260).
How much is rent in Conakry?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FG1,647,429 ($192) per month in the city centre and FG1,146,038 ($133) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FG3,438,113 ($400).
Is Conakry cheaper than Guinea on average?
No — Conakry is estimated to be about 24% more expensive than the Guinea average, mainly due to housing demand as the national capital.
Figures for Conakry are estimates based on Guinea national averages adjusted for city size (population 1,667,864) and capital-city premium. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.