Prices and Cost of Living in Burkina Faso
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Travel Budget Calculator
Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Burkina Faso. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.
Backpacker's budget
Traveling with a backpack
from 34.27 EUR
Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 26 July 2025.
How much do you spend per day on travel and sightseeing?
Traveling and sightseeing in a cheap way (hostels, cheap food), you can fit into a budget from 22480 XOF (34.27 EUR). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 44205 XOF (67.39 EUR). You should additionally take into account that if you are traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher.
Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living
The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Burkina Faso. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.
Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.
Cheapest products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 8.21 EUR
Mid-range products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 10.67 EUR
Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 26 July 2025.
How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Burkina Faso?
When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 5385 XOF (8.21 EUR) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 6999 XOF (10.67 EUR) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.
Budget and shopping basket update: 26 July 2025
Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.
Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.
BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).
TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).
FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.
Prices in Burkina Faso
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Burkina Faso, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.
Grocery Store Prices
| Apples (1kg) | 3.81 EUR |
| Banana (1kg) | 1.19 EUR |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 10.76 EUR |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 6.48 EUR |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 18.29 EUR |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 1.52 EUR |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 1.09 EUR |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 2.59 EUR |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 2.03 EUR |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 0.76 EUR |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 0.80 EUR |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 15.24 EUR |
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 2.39 EUR |
| Onion (1kg) | 1.15 EUR |
| Oranges (1kg) | 0.85 EUR |
| Potato (1kg) | 1.90 EUR |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 0.85 EUR |
| Tomato (1kg) | 2.09 EUR |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 1.14 EUR |
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 752 XOF (1.15 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 7056 XOF (10.76 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 556 XOF (0.85 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 528 XOF (0.8 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 778 XOF (1.19 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 2500 XOF (3.81 EUR) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 750 XOF (1.14 EUR). Dairy prices in Burkina Faso, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 1567 XOF (2.39 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 10000 XOF (15.24 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 12000 XOF (18.29 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1700 XOF (2.59 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 1371 XOF (2.09 EUR) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
| Cappuccino (regular) | 1.52 EUR |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.71 EUR |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 0.91 EUR |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 1.60 EUR |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 6.86 EUR |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 20.58 EUR |
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 4.57 EUR |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.50 EUR |
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 467 XOF (0.71 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 4500 XOF (6.86 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 13500 XOF (20.58 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 3000 XOF (4.57 EUR).
Public Transportation Prices
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 0.15 EUR |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 1.52 EUR |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 0.46 EUR |
Fuel Prices
| Diesel 1L | 1.03 EUR |
| Gasoline 1L | 1.30 EUR |
Fuel prices in Burkina Faso
Average fuel prices in Burkina Faso are 854 XOF (1.3 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 678 XOF (1.03 EUR) per liter of diesel.
Entertainment Prices
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 7.62 EUR |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 53.36 EUR |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 7.62 EUR |
Apartment Rental Prices
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 381 EUR |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 239 EUR |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 1 093 EUR |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 661 EUR |
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 156667 XOF (239 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 131191 XOF (200 EUR) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 200 EUR |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 100 EUR |
Average Salary
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 600 EUR |
Hotel Prices in Burkina Faso
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
• Prices of products and services in Burkina Faso. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 06/2025, latest data 07/2025.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
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