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Cost of Living in Kara

Kara, Kara, Togo

▼ -13% vs Togo average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)CFA188,079 ($311)
Couple, monthlyCFA333,537 ($551)
Family of four, monthlyCFA431,092 ($713)

Estimated Prices in Kara

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantCFA2,026 ($3.35)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeCFA8,102 ($13.39)per meal
CappuccinoCFA608 ($1.00)each
Monthly groceries (single person)CFA45,912 ($75.89)per month
Monthly public transport passCFA7,427 ($12.28)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentCFA19,580 ($32.36)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)CFA5,672 ($9.37)per month
Fitness club membershipCFA5,672 ($9.37)per month
Cinema ticketCFA1,485 ($2.46)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA76,250 ($126)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreCFA53,043 ($87.67)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreCFA159,130 ($263)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Kara is CFA112,530 ($186) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of CFA188,079 ($311) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly CFA244,503 ($404) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (CFA53,043 ($88)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Sirka

15 km away · Kara

Bafilo

24 km away · Kara

Niamtougou

26 km away · Kara

Bassar

55 km away · Kara

Tchamba

63 km away · Centrale

Sokodé

63 km away · Centrale

Sotouboua

112 km away · Centrale

Sansanné-Mango

119 km away · Savanes

Other Major Cities in Togo

Lomé

Maritime · pop. 2,188,376

CFA269,382 ($445) / mo

Dapaong

Savanes · pop. 117,675

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Sokodé

Centrale · pop. 115,442

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Atakpamé

Plateaux · pop. 98,193

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Kpalimé

Plateaux · pop. 87,478

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Tsévié

Maritime · pop. 76,861

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Anié

Plateaux · pop. 61,068

CFA203,280 ($336) / mo

Living in Kara

Kara is one of the key cities in Togo. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is CFA188,079 ($311), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around CFA53,043 ($88) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to CFA431,092 ($713) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately CFA333,537 ($551) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Kara is CFA112,530 ($186). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least CFA244,503 ($404) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kara expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated CFA188,079 ($311) per month in Kara including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Togo.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Kara?
A net salary of around CFA244,503 ($404) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Kara with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Kara is CFA112,530 ($186).
How much is rent in Kara?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated CFA76,250 ($126) per month in the city centre and CFA53,043 ($88) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about CFA159,130 ($263).
Is Kara cheaper than Togo on average?
Yes — Kara is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Togo average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Kara?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at CFA45,912 ($76) in Kara. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about CFA2,026 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around CFA608 ($1).
How do transport costs in Kara compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Kara is estimated at CFA7,427 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Kara are estimates based on Togo national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.