Prices and Cost of Living in Gabon

Food and beverage prices in Gabon

Popular food products found on store shelves in Gabon include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 1833 XAF (2.79 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 1900 XAF (2.9 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 1038 XAF (1.58 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 933 XAF (1.42 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 1567 XAF (2.39 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 1600 XAF (2.44 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 633 XAF (0.97 EUR). Dairy prices in Gabon, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 1206 XAF (1.84 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 5500 XAF (8.38 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 6200 XAF (9.45 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1800 XAF (2.74 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 1200 XAF (1.83 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Gabon vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 1500 XAF (2.29 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 525 XAF (0.8 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 7250 XAF (11.05 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 50000 XAF (76.22 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 9276 XAF (14.14 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Gabon?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 500 XAF (0.76 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 32500 XAF (49.55 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 500 XAF (0.76 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 1000 XAF (1.52 EUR).

Fuel prices in Gabon

Average fuel prices in Gabon are 588 XAF (0.9 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 569 XAF (0.87 EUR) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gabon?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Gabon varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 400000 XAF (610 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 633333 XAF (966 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 8500000 XAF (12958 EUR) per square meter.