Prices and Cost of Living in Ivory Coast

Food and beverage prices in Ivory Coast

Popular food products found on store shelves in Ivory Coast include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 975 XOF (1.49 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 3758 XOF (5.73 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 653 XOF (0.99 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 367 XOF (0.56 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 613 XOF (0.94 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 2053 XOF (3.13 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 500 XOF (0.76 EUR). Dairy prices in Ivory Coast, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 1350 XOF (2.06 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 4600 XOF (7.01 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1299 XOF (1.98 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 1074 XOF (1.64 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Ivory Coast vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 1222 XOF (1.86 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 441 XOF (0.67 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 6000 XOF (9.15 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 35000 XOF (53.36 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 2000 XOF (3.05 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Ivory Coast?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 500 XOF (0.76 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 27500 XOF (41.92 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 1000 XOF (1.52 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 1000 XOF (1.52 EUR).

Fuel prices in Ivory Coast

Average fuel prices in Ivory Coast are 861 XOF (1.31 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 705 XOF (1.07 EUR) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ivory Coast?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Ivory Coast varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 203750 XOF (311 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 327778 XOF (500 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 1375000 XOF (2096 EUR) per square meter.