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Cost of Living in Guinea

35 cities covered · Currency: GNF (FG) · Capital: Conakry

Single person, monthlyFG3,075,818 ($358)
Couple, monthlyFG5,463,589 ($635)
Family of four, monthlyFG7,070,243 ($822)
Average net salaryFG1,823,200 ($212)

Average Prices in Guinea

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFG32,818 ($3.82)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFG131,270 ($15.26)per meal
CappuccinoFG9,845 ($1.14)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FG743,866 ($86.50)per month
Monthly public transport passFG120,331 ($13.99)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFG317,237 ($36.89)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FG91,889 ($10.68)per month
Fitness club membershipFG91,889 ($10.68)per month
Cinema ticketFG24,066 ($2.80)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFG1,276,468 ($148)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFG887,978 ($103)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFG2,663,933 ($310)per month

Major Cities in Guinea

Conakry

Conakry · pop. 1,667,864

Siguiri

Kankan · pop. 436,555

Mamou

Mamou · pop. 376,269

N’Zérékoré

N’Zérékoré · pop. 316,065

Guéckédou

N’Zérékoré · pop. 221,715

Kamsar

Boké · pop. 200,748

Kankan

Kankan · pop. 190,772

Kindia

Kindia · pop. 181,126

Boké

Boké · pop. 130,944

Labé

Labé · pop. 107,695

Kissidougou

Faranah · pop. 102,675

Fria

Boké · pop. 84,896

Faranah

Faranah · pop. 78,108

Dabola

Faranah · pop. 72,539

Kouroussa

Kankan · pop. 69,215

Dinguiraye

Faranah · pop. 47,250

Koundara

Boké · pop. 46,199

Macenta

N’Zérékoré · pop. 43,900

Kéniéran

Kankan · pop. 37,944

Kérouané

Kankan · pop. 35,738

Tougué

Labé · pop. 32,975

Télimélé

Kindia · pop. 30,311

Yomou

N’Zérékoré · pop. 29,138

Sékourou

Kindia · pop. 28,595

Cheapest Cities in Guinea

DinguirayeKoundaraMacentaKéniéranKérouanéTouguéTéliméléYomouSékourouGaoualFull ranking →

City Comparisons in Guinea

Conakry vs Siguiri

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Guinea

Conakry vs Mamou

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Guinea

Siguiri vs N’Zérékoré

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Guinea

Mamou vs N’Zérékoré

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Guinea

Cost of Living by City Size in Guinea

Living costs in Guinea 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 FG3,075,818 ($358) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of living in Guinea?
The estimated average monthly cost for a single person in Guinea is FG3,075,818 ($358), including rent outside the city centre. A family of four needs roughly FG7,070,243 ($822) per month.
Which city has the lowest cost of living in Guinea?
Dinguiraye ranks among the most affordable cities in Guinea with a low cost-of-living multiplier.
What is the average salary in Guinea?
The estimated average net salary in Guinea is FG1,823,200 ($212) per month. Actual salaries vary significantly by profession, experience and city.
All figures are planning estimates for Guinea derived from national baselines. Individual city pages adjust these figures for city size. Methodology.