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Cost of Living in Tahoua

Tahoua, Tahoua, Niger · Population 117,826

▼ -6% vs Niger average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)CFA186,340 ($308)
Couple, monthlyCFA330,754 ($547)
Family of four, monthlyCFA427,783 ($707)

Estimated Prices in Tahoua

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantCFA1,997 ($3.30)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeCFA7,986 ($13.20)per meal
CappuccinoCFA599 ($0.99)each
Monthly groceries (single person)CFA45,254 ($74.80)per month
Monthly public transport passCFA7,321 ($12.10)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentCFA19,300 ($31.90)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)CFA5,590 ($9.24)per month
Fitness club membershipCFA5,590 ($9.24)per month
Cinema ticketCFA1,464 ($2.42)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA76,533 ($127)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreCFA53,240 ($88.00)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA159,720 ($264)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Tahoua is CFA108,900 ($180) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of CFA186,340 ($308) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly CFA242,242 ($400) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (CFA53,240 ($88)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Toulou

81 km away · Tahoua

Gidan Idèr

98 km away · Tahoua

Kawara

101 km away · Tahoua

Galmi

112 km away · Tahoua

Madaoua

118 km away · Tahoua

Birnin Konni

122 km away · Tahoua

Tounfafi

122 km away · Tahoua

Guidan Roumdji

207 km away · Maradi

Other Major Cities in Niger

Niamey

Niamey · pop. 1,496,260

CFA246,934 ($408) / mo

Maradi

Maradi · pop. 267,249

CFA198,349 ($328) / mo

Zinder

Zinder · pop. 235,605

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Madaoua

Tahoua · pop. 127,254

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Agadez

Agadez · pop. 110,497

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Arlit

Agadez · pop. 78,651

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Gouré

Zinder · pop. 73,732

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Birnin Konni

Tahoua · pop. 65,252

CFA186,340 ($308) / mo

Living in Tahoua

Tahoua is one of the key cities in Niger. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is CFA186,340 ($308), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around CFA53,240 ($88) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to CFA427,783 ($707) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately CFA330,754 ($547) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Tahoua is CFA108,900 ($180). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least CFA242,242 ($400) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tahoua expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA186,340 ($308) per month in Tahoua including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Niger.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Tahoua?
A net salary of around CFA242,242 ($400) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Tahoua with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Tahoua is CFA108,900 ($180).
How much is rent in Tahoua?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated CFA76,533 ($127) per month in the city centre and CFA53,240 ($88) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about CFA159,720 ($264).
Is Tahoua cheaper than Niger on average?
Yes — Tahoua is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Niger average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Tahoua?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA45,254 ($75) in Tahoua. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA1,997 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around CFA599 ($1).
How do transport costs in Tahoua compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Tahoua is estimated at CFA7,321 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Tahoua are estimates based on Niger national averages adjusted for city size (population 117,826). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.