In Port Harcourt, Nigeria, a family of four typically needs around $2643 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $651 monthly.
Overall living costs in Port Harcourt are 30% cheaper than the European benchmark.
Port Harcourt is 60% cheaper than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Port Harcourt is, on average, 72% lower than in Columbus.
Port Harcourt is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by food and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
Housing costs, particularly rent and utilities, contribute significantly to the overall expense. This can be a challenge for many residents.
Food prices in Port Harcourt are 52% lower than the European benchmark, making it quite affordable. Residents enjoy a variety of inexpensive local options.
Public transport costs are 11% lower than the European benchmark, offering a budget-friendly option for commuting. This helps residents manage their transportation expenses effectively.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 1.62 $ |
| Dinner | 11.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 5.15 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.81 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.72 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.42 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.52 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.14 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.46 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.23 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.34 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.8 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.26 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.68 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.86 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.93 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.39 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.46 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.92 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.34 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 0.54 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 0.86 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.88 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 1.21 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.12 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 14.1 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.66 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 7.6 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 12.9 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 0.92 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 0.94 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 0.53 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 0.5 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 11 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 16 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 8.05 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 371 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,739 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 318 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 2,315 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 538 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 903 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 78 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 16.80% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 29.4 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.58 $ |
| Haircut | 1.47 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 71.5 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 18.3 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 59 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 1,100 $ |