Cost of Living Guide · Equatorial GuineaCost of Living Guide in Equatorial Guinea
Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses
Equatorial Guinea has a higher overall cost of living than the Africa regional average, being 24.9% more expensive including rent and 44.4% higher for consumer prices excluding rent, though rent is 41.6% cheaper than the Africa average. This makes it one of the more costly places in Africa for daily expenses despite affordable housing. Expats should budget carefully as imported goods drive up prices.
Estimated Monthly Budget
Equatorial Guinea offers poor value for money overall, 24.9% pricier than the Africa average due to high consumer costs despite cheap rent. It's challenging for expats without high income, as local salaries average €1,042 monthly.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
Monthly Transport Pass
Gasoline (1L)
Utilities for 85m² Apartment
Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)
Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)
Milk (1L)
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
Eggs (12)
Local Cheese (1kg)
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee
Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)
Cinema Ticket
Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)
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