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Cost of Living in New Kru Town

New Kru Town, Montserrado, Liberia · Population 84,399

▼ -6% vs Liberia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)L$69,160 ($364)
Couple, monthlyL$122,759 ($646)
Family of four, monthlyL$158,772 ($836)

Estimated Prices in New Kru Town

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantL$741 ($3.90)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeL$2,964 ($15.60)per meal
CappuccinoL$222 ($1.17)each
Monthly groceries (single person)L$16,796 ($88.40)per month
Monthly public transport passL$2,717 ($14.30)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentL$7,163 ($37.70)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)L$2,075 ($10.92)per month
Fitness club membershipL$2,075 ($10.92)per month
Cinema ticketL$543 ($2.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreL$28,405 ($150)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreL$19,760 ($104)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreL$59,280 ($312)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in New Kru Town is L$47,500 ($250) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of L$69,160 ($364) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly L$89,908 ($473) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (L$19,760 ($104)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Monrovia

7 km away · Montserrado

Paynesville

13 km away · Montserrado

Bensonville

22 km away · Montserrado

Harbel

50 km away · Margibi

Kakata

52 km away · Margibi

Tubmanburg

55 km away · Bomi

Robertsport

76 km away · Grand Cape Mount

Bopolu

84 km away · Gbarpolu

Other Major Cities in Liberia

Monrovia

Montserrado · pop. 1,021,762

L$91,649 ($482) / mo

Paynesville

Montserrado · pop. 317,693

L$73,617 ($387) / mo

Yeebo Town

River Gee · pop. 124,653

L$69,160 ($364) / mo

Living in New Kru Town

New Kru Town is one of the key cities in Liberia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is L$69,160 ($364), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around L$19,760 ($104) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to L$158,772 ($836) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately L$122,759 ($646) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in New Kru Town is L$47,500 ($250). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least L$89,908 ($473) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Kru Town expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated L$69,160 ($364) per month in New Kru Town including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Liberia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in New Kru Town?
A net salary of around L$89,908 ($473) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in New Kru Town with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in New Kru Town is L$47,500 ($250).
How much is rent in New Kru Town?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated L$28,405 ($150) per month in the city centre and L$19,760 ($104) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about L$59,280 ($312).
Is New Kru Town cheaper than Liberia on average?
Yes — New Kru Town is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Liberia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in New Kru Town?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at L$16,796 ($88) in New Kru Town. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about L$741 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around L$222 ($1).
How do transport costs in New Kru Town compare?
A monthly public transport pass in New Kru Town is estimated at L$2,717 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for New Kru Town are estimates based on Liberia national averages adjusted for city size (population 84,399). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.