87 cities covered · Currency: XOF (CFA) · Capital: Ouagadougou
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | CFA2,116 ($3.50) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | CFA8,465 ($13.99) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | CFA635 ($1.05) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | CFA47,969 ($79.29) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | CFA7,760 ($12.83) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | CFA20,457 ($33.81) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | CFA5,926 ($9.79) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | CFA5,926 ($9.79) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | CFA1,552 ($2.57) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | CFA82,315 ($136) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | CFA57,263 ($94.65) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | CFA171,788 ($284) | per month |
Centre · pop. 3,063,271
Hauts-Bassins · pop. 903,887
Centre-Ouest · pop. 160,207
Nord · pop. 124,580
Centre-Nord · pop. 122,949
Cascades · pop. 117,200
Centre-Est · pop. 99,950
Hauts-Bassins · pop. 87,154
Est · pop. 73,200
Boucle du Mouhoun · pop. 63,617
pop. 61,456
Centre-Est · pop. 58,600
Centre-Nord · pop. 53,641
Nord · pop. 48,242
Sahel · pop. 46,521
Centre-Est · pop. 45,900
Sud-Ouest · pop. 45,189
Centre-Est · pop. 45,150
Centre · pop. 43,675
Nord · pop. 40,144
Nord · pop. 38,689
Centre-Sud · pop. 36,518
Plateau-Central · pop. 35,406
Centre-Ouest · pop. 33,893
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Burkina Faso
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Burkina Faso
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Burkina Faso
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Burkina Faso
Living costs in Burkina Faso vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of CFA198,349 ($328) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.