Prices and Cost of Living in Equatorial Guinea

Food and beverage prices in Equatorial Guinea

Popular food products found on store shelves in Equatorial Guinea include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 1750 XAF (3.13 USD) for a kilo of onions to 4859 XAF (8.7 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 1450 XAF (2.6 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 1900 XAF (3.4 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 1000 XAF (1.79 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 4250 XAF (7.61 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 1150 XAF (2.06 USD). Dairy prices in Equatorial Guinea, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 1567 XAF (2.81 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 4877 XAF (8.73 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 3870 XAF (6.93 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1600 XAF (2.87 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 2250 XAF (4.03 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Equatorial Guinea vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 2250 XAF (4.03 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 550 XAF (0.98 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 5000 XAF (8.95 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 40000 XAF (71.63 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 9500 XAF (17.01 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Equatorial Guinea?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 750 XAF (1.34 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 14708 XAF (26.34 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 500 XAF (0.9 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 500 XAF (0.9 USD).

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Equatorial Guinea?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Equatorial Guinea varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 106667 XAF (191 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 200000 XAF (358 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 472103 XAF (845 USD) per square meter.