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Prices and Cost of Living in Togo

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Travel Budget Calculator

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

Travel style: 1 Travel style: 3

Food

from 24.38 PLN

Transportation

from 2.60 PLN

Sightseeing

from 8.30 PLN

Accommodation

from 74.13 PLN

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 109.42 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 27 August 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 16817 XOF (109 PLN). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 38984 XOF (254 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 Togo. 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.

1 day

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 22.42 PLN to 30.61 PLN

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 30.92 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 27 August 2025.

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

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 3446 XOF (22.42 PLN) to 4705 XOF (30.61 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 4752 XOF (30.92 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: 27 August 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 Togo

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

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)9.76 PLN
Banana (1kg)5.42 PLN
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)33.85 PLN
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)17.28 PLN
Chicken Fillets (1kg)30.91 PLN
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)5.21 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)4.99 PLN
Eggs (regular) (12)7.51 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)5.67 PLN
Lettuce (1 head)1.95 PLN
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)4.39 PLN
Local Cheese (1kg)52.05 PLN
Milk (regular), (1 liter)9.00 PLN
Onion (1kg)6.29 PLN
Oranges (1kg)9.76 PLN
Potato (1kg)6.51 PLN
Rice (white), (1kg)6.72 PLN
Tomato (1kg)9.22 PLN
Water (1.5 liter bottle)3.24 PLN

Food and beverage prices in Togo

Popular food products found on store shelves in Togo include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 967 XOF (6.29 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 5203 XOF (33.85 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 1033 XOF (6.72 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 675 XOF (4.39 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 833 XOF (5.42 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 1500 XOF (9.76 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 498 XOF (3.24 PLN). Dairy prices in Togo, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 1383 XOF (9 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 8000 XOF (52.05 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 4750 XOF (30.91 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1155 XOF (7.51 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 1417 XOF (9.22 PLN) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)21.25 PLN
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)12.59 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)3.25 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)6.51 PLN
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)19.52 PLN
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course117 PLN
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant9.14 PLN
Water (0.33 liter bottle)4.01 PLN

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Togo vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 3267 XOF (21.25 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 1935 XOF (12.59 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 3000 XOF (19.52 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 18000 XOF (117 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1405 XOF (9.14 PLN).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)195 PLN
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)1.30 PLN
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)19.52 PLN
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)4.55 PLN
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)7.65 PLN

How much does transportation cost in Togo?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 200 XOF (1.3 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 30000 XOF (195 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 1175 XOF (7.65 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 700 XOF (4.55 PLN).

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L4.59 PLN
Gasoline 1L4.49 PLN

Fuel prices in Togo

Average fuel prices in Togo are 690 XOF (4.49 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 705 XOF (4.59 PLN) per liter of diesel.

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat16.27 PLN
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult184 PLN
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)32.53 PLN

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre1 518 PLN
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre868 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre2 213 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre1 156 PLN

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Togo varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 133333 XOF (868 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 233333 XOF (1518 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 725000 XOF (4717 PLN) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre4 717 PLN
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre1 724 PLN

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)2 033 PLN

Hotel Prices in Togo

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
10
159 PLN
Royal Blue Guest House & Bar
31
252 PLN
Hotel Bella Vida
5
434 PLN
Hôtel Résidence Madiba
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 Togo. 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.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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