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Cost of Living in Foya Tangia

Foya Tangia, Lofa, Liberia · Population 20,569

▼ -16% vs Liberia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)L$61,782 ($325)
Couple, monthlyL$109,518 ($576)
Family of four, monthlyL$141,507 ($745)

Estimated Prices in Foya Tangia

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantL$667 ($3.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeL$2,668 ($14.04)per meal
CappuccinoL$200 ($1.05)each
Monthly groceries (single person)L$15,116 ($79.56)per month
Monthly public transport passL$2,445 ($12.87)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentL$6,447 ($33.93)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)L$1,867 ($9.83)per month
Fitness club membershipL$1,867 ($9.83)per month
Cinema ticketL$489 ($2.57)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreL$24,900 ($131)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreL$17,322 ($91.17)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreL$51,965 ($274)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Foya Tangia is L$42,750 ($225) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of L$61,782 ($325) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly L$80,316 ($423) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (L$17,322 ($91)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Voinjama

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Bopolu

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Gbarnga

164 km away · Bong

Tubmanburg

169 km away · Bomi

Ganta

179 km away · Nimba

Kakata

194 km away · Margibi

Sanniquellie

196 km away · Nimba

New Yekepa

202 km away · Nimba

Other Major Cities in Liberia

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L$91,649 ($482) / mo

Paynesville

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L$73,617 ($387) / mo

Yeebo Town

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L$69,160 ($364) / mo

New Kru Town

Montserrado · pop. 84,399

L$69,160 ($364) / mo

Living in Foya Tangia

Foya Tangia is one of the key cities in Liberia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is L$61,782 ($325), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around L$17,322 ($91) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to L$141,507 ($745) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately L$109,518 ($576) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Foya Tangia is L$42,750 ($225). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least L$80,316 ($423) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Foya Tangia expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated L$61,782 ($325) per month in Foya Tangia including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Liberia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Foya Tangia?
A net salary of around L$80,316 ($423) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Foya Tangia with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Foya Tangia is L$42,750 ($225).
How much is rent in Foya Tangia?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated L$24,900 ($131) per month in the city centre and L$17,322 ($91) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about L$51,965 ($274).
Is Foya Tangia cheaper than Liberia on average?
Yes — Foya Tangia is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Liberia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Foya Tangia?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at L$15,116 ($80) in Foya Tangia. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about L$667 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around L$200 ($1).
How do transport costs in Foya Tangia compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Foya Tangia is estimated at L$2,445 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Foya Tangia are estimates based on Liberia national averages adjusted for city size (population 20,569). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.