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Cost of Living in Upper Buchanan

Upper Buchanan, Grand Bassa, Liberia · Population 48,315

▼ -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 Upper Buchanan

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 Upper Buchanan 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

Buchanan

4 km away · Grand Bassa

Harbel

51 km away · Margibi

Cestos City

72 km away · River Cess

Kakata

76 km away · Margibi

Paynesville

83 km away · Montserrado

Bensonville

85 km away · Montserrado

Monrovia

93 km away · Montserrado

New Kru Town

96 km away · Montserrado

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

New Kru Town

Montserrado · pop. 84,399

L$69,160 ($364) / mo

Living in Upper Buchanan

Upper Buchanan 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 Upper Buchanan 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 Upper Buchanan expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated L$61,782 ($325) per month in Upper Buchanan 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 Upper Buchanan?
A net salary of around L$80,316 ($423) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Upper Buchanan with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Upper Buchanan is L$42,750 ($225).
How much is rent in Upper Buchanan?
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 Upper Buchanan cheaper than Liberia on average?
Yes — Upper Buchanan 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 Upper Buchanan?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at L$15,116 ($80) in Upper Buchanan. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about L$667 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around L$200 ($1).
How do transport costs in Upper Buchanan compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Upper Buchanan is estimated at L$2,445 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Upper Buchanan are estimates based on Liberia national averages adjusted for city size (population 48,315). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.