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Cost of Living in Pleebo City

Pleebo City, Maryland, Liberia · Population 22,693

▼ -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 Pleebo City

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 Pleebo City 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

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25 km away · Maryland

Barclayville

64 km away · Grand Kru

Fish Town

72 km away · River Gee

Yeebo Town

94 km away · River Gee

Greenville

159 km away · Sinoe

Zwedru

173 km away · Grand Gedeh

Cestos City

234 km away · River Cess

Saclepea

295 km away · Nimba

Other Major Cities in Liberia

Monrovia

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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

New Kru Town

Montserrado · pop. 84,399

L$69,160 ($364) / mo

Living in Pleebo City

Pleebo City 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 Pleebo City 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 Pleebo City expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated L$61,782 ($325) per month in Pleebo City 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 Pleebo City?
A net salary of around L$80,316 ($423) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Pleebo City with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Pleebo City is L$42,750 ($225).
How much is rent in Pleebo City?
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 Pleebo City cheaper than Liberia on average?
Yes — Pleebo City 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 Pleebo City?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at L$15,116 ($80) in Pleebo City. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about L$667 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around L$200 ($1).
How do transport costs in Pleebo City compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Pleebo City is estimated at L$2,445 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Pleebo City are estimates based on Liberia national averages adjusted for city size (population 22,693). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.