Prices and Cost of Living in Burkina Faso

Food and beverage prices in Burkina Faso

Popular food products found on store shelves in Burkina Faso include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 742 XOF (1.13 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 3250 XOF (4.95 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 538 XOF (0.82 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 662 XOF (1.01 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 650 XOF (0.99 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 1233 XOF (1.88 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 492 XOF (0.75 EUR). Dairy prices in Burkina Faso, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 1267 XOF (1.93 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 12075 XOF (18.41 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 4000 XOF (6.1 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1232 XOF (1.88 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 607 XOF (0.92 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Burkina Faso vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 1000 XOF (1.52 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 375 XOF (0.57 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1300 XOF (1.98 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 15000 XOF (22.87 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 500 XOF (0.76 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Burkina Faso?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 200 XOF (0.3 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 9000 XOF (13.72 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 300 XOF (0.46 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 650 XOF (0.99 EUR).

Fuel prices in Burkina Faso

Average fuel prices in Burkina Faso are 865 XOF (1.32 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 687 XOF (1.05 EUR) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Burkina Faso?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Burkina Faso varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 103750 XOF (158 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 250000 XOF (381 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 165596 XOF (252 EUR) per square meter.