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Prices and Cost of Living in Niger

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Travel Budget Calculator

Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Niger. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.

Travel style: 1 Travel style: 3

Food

from 38.48 PLN

Transportation

from 2.58 PLN

Sightseeing

from 8.23 PLN

Accommodation

from 220.12 PLN

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 269.41 PLN

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 10 May 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 41756 XOF (269 PLN). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 51497 XOF (332 PLN). 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 Niger. 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.

7 days

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 7 days.

from 162.47 PLN to 258.86 PLN

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 7 days.

from 233.17 PLN

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 10 May 2025.

How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Niger?

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 3597 XOF (23.21 PLN) to 5732 XOF (36.98 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 5163 XOF (33.31 PLN) 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: 10 May 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 Niger

Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Niger, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)12.90 PLN
Banana (1kg)5.08 PLN
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)18.28 PLN
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)32.26 PLN
Chicken Fillets (1kg)39.29 PLN
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)9.68 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)5.50 PLN
Eggs (regular) (12)8.61 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)8.60 PLN
Lettuce (1 head)2.42 PLN
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)2.02 PLN
Local Cheese (1kg)64.52 PLN
Milk (regular), (1 liter)9.84 PLN
Onion (1kg)2.26 PLN
Oranges (1kg)9.03 PLN
Potato (1kg)4.30 PLN
Rice (white), (1kg)3.71 PLN
Tomato (1kg)6.24 PLN
Water (1.5 liter bottle)4.92 PLN

Food and beverage prices in Niger

Popular food products found on store shelves in Niger include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 350 XOF (2.26 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 2833 XOF (18.28 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 575 XOF (3.71 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 313 XOF (2.02 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 788 XOF (5.08 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 2000 XOF (12.9 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 763 XOF (4.92 PLN). Dairy prices in Niger, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 1525 XOF (9.84 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 10000 XOF (64.52 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 6089 XOF (39.29 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1335 XOF (8.61 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 967 XOF (6.24 PLN) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)9.68 PLN
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)5.16 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)6.45 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)12.90 PLN
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)38.71 PLN
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course119 PLN
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant16.13 PLN
Water (0.33 liter bottle)2.45 PLN

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Niger 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 XOF (9.68 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 800 XOF (5.16 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 6000 XOF (38.71 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 18367 XOF (119 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 2500 XOF (16.13 PLN).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)48.39 PLN
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)1.29 PLN
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)645 PLN
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)1.94 PLN
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)1.94 PLN

How much does transportation cost in Niger?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 200 XOF (1.29 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 7500 XOF (48.39 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 300 XOF (1.94 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 300 XOF (1.94 PLN).

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat16.13 PLN
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult161 PLN
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)16.13 PLN

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre2 172 PLN
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre1 442 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre2 412 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre2 013 PLN

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Niger varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 223516 XOF (1442 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 336635 XOF (2172 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 150000000 XOF (967808 PLN) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre967 808 PLN
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre322 603 PLN

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)850 PLN

Hotel Prices in Niger

A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
4
457 PLN
Hôtel Univers 3 Aéroport Luxe
2
1 048 PLN
Noom Hotel Niamey
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices of products and services in Niger. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 03/2023.
• 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.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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