Benin, Nigeria is Very affordable overall. Monthly costs are about $537 for one person and $1377 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Benin are 42% cheaper than the European benchmark.
Benin is 46% cheaper than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Benin is, on average, 88% lower than in Columbus.
Benin is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The primary driver of expenses in Benin is rent & utilities, which can be a significant factor for residents. This can affect the overall affordability for some households.
No, food is 28% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable for residents. This lower cost contributes positively to the overall cost of living.
Public transport is 19% higher than the European benchmark, which may be a consideration for those relying on it. This can impact the overall transportation budget for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 2.3 $ |
| Dinner | 31.8 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 4.85 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.72 $ |
| Capuccino | 2.29 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.38 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 2.05 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.06 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.49 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.63 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.56 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.12 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.25 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.61 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.36 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.18 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.99 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.9 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.31 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 0.57 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 4.78 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.98 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 1.27 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.36 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 12.9 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.52 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 18.7 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 7.89 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 2 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 0.7 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 0.43 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 0.36 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 18 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 27 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 28.7 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 109 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 244 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 180 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 338 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 525 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 879 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 106 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 16.49% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 3.68 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.66 $ |
| Haircut | 1.57 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 77.4 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 21.7 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 83 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 2,313 $ |