Last update: Oct 2026 2M

Cost of Living in Gabon

Name: Gabon
Address: GA

Across Gabon, living costs for one person average $1,489 a month, including rent and utilities, which take about a third of the total. Other living expenses average about $32 a day.

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🇬🇦 Gabon

Monthly Cost of Living

How much you'll spend in Gabon

Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Gabon actually costs, broken down by who's living it.

Average monthly costs for a single person come to about $1,489 including rent across Gabon.

$1,489 /mo

Estimated average monthly cost for a couple: $2,449 including rent across Gabon.

$2,449 /mo

Average monthly costs for a family of three come to about $3,409 including rent across Gabon.

$3,409 /mo

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$16.70 FCFA 9,823

$11.70 FCFA 6,877

$16.70 FCFA 9,823

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$69.3 FCFA 40.7K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$15.52 FCFA 9,124

$13.80 FCFA 8,112

$17.25 FCFA 10.1K

Cappuccino

$6.01 FCFA 3,535

$3.44 FCFA 2,022

$8.59 FCFA 5,053

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.71 FCFA 1,008

$0.86 FCFA 504

$2.58 FCFA 1,518

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.38 FCFA 811

$0.66 FCFA 388

$2.49 FCFA 1,462

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.04 FCFA 609

$3.46 FCFA 2,036

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.89 FCFA 1,111

$1.72 FCFA 1,010

$2.06 FCFA 1,212

Milk (1 liter)

$3.44 FCFA 2,024

$1.72 FCFA 1,009

$5.16 FCFA 3,033

White Bread (500g)

$1.20 FCFA 707

$0.86 FCFA 505

$1.72 FCFA 1,010

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.82 FCFA 1,661

$1.32 FCFA 779

$5.81 FCFA 3,413

Eggs

$4.37 FCFA 2,572

$3.11 FCFA 1,827

$6.89 FCFA 4,054

Local Cheese (1kg)

$10.17 FCFA 5,981

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$8.66 FCFA 5,093

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$25.74 FCFA 15.1K

Apples (1kg)

$3.06 FCFA 1,798

$1.74 FCFA 1,026

$4.37 FCFA 2,571

Banana (1kg)

$3.79 FCFA 2,229

$3.37 FCFA 1,985

$4.22 FCFA 2,479

Oranges (1kg)

$3.72 FCFA 2,185

$3.31 FCFA 1,945

$4.13 FCFA 2,430

Tomato (1kg)

$3.46 FCFA 2,033

Potato (1kg)

$2.99 FCFA 1,760

$2.57 FCFA 1,512

$3.42 FCFA 2,014

Onion (1kg)

$4.30 FCFA 2,527

$3.44 FCFA 2,023

$5.16 FCFA 3,032

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.18 FCFA 1,284

$0.87 FCFA 512

$3.50 FCFA 2,055

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.66 FCFA 979

$1.14 FCFA 671

$2.63 FCFA 1,547

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.50 FCFA 1,469

$1.99 FCFA 1,171

$2.50 FCFA 1,469

Wine (Bottle)

$11.61 FCFA 6,825

$8.67 FCFA 5,097

$13.00 FCFA 7,645

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.96 FCFA 564

$0.87 FCFA 510

$1.04 FCFA 612

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.27 FCFA 745

$0.84 FCFA 495

$1.68 FCFA 990

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.36 FCFA 209

$0.89 FCFA 523

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$34.41 FCFA 20.2K

$29.25 FCFA 17.2K

$60.2 FCFA 35.4K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.27 FCFA 746

$0.84 FCFA 496

$1.69 FCFA 991

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.73 FCFA 428

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$17.18 FCFA 10.1K

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.04 FCFA 612

$0.99 FCFA 583

$1.17 FCFA 687

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$29.2K FCFA 17.2M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$22.2K FCFA 13.0M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$85.7 FCFA 50.4K

$68.6 FCFA 40.3K

$103 FCFA 60.5K

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$33.87 FCFA 19.9K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$64.6 FCFA 38.0K

$43.08 FCFA 25.3K

$86.2 FCFA 50.7K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$63.4 FCFA 37.3K

$42.23 FCFA 24.8K

$84.5 FCFA 49.7K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$25.97 FCFA 15.3K

Cinema Ticket

$4.59 FCFA 2,697

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$171 FCFA 100.8K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,599 FCFA 3.3M

$2,584 FCFA 1.5M

$8,613 FCFA 5.1M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$84.8 FCFA 49.9K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$42.50 FCFA 25.0K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$51.5 FCFA 30.3K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$102 FCFA 59.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,007 FCFA 592.1K

$839 FCFA 493.4K

$1,343 FCFA 789.5K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$418 FCFA 245.8K

$334 FCFA 196.6K

$502 FCFA 295.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,105 FCFA 1.2M

$1,125 FCFA 661.3K

$2,595 FCFA 1.5M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$861 FCFA 506.0K

$602 FCFA 354.2K

$1,119 FCFA 657.8K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,621 FCFA 2.1M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,758 FCFA 1.6M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$431 FCFA 253.3K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

11.5

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: October 25, 2026

Monthly budget structure

Share of the monthly basket for one person, rent included.

Gabon $1,489

Accommodation & Living

$418 28.1%

Groceries & Markets

$373 25.1%

Eating Out

$274 18.4%

Monthly Utilities & Internet

$184 12.4%

Clothing & Footwear

$126 8.5%

Sport & Entertainment

$73 4.9%

Getting Around

$41 2.7%

Cost Breakdown

National average salary: $417. With average costs at $1,489, the gap is significant. Expats and remote workers with foreign income benefit most.

Expect to spend about $371 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant averages $68 for two.

Cost Highlights

Overall cost of living ($1,489) is 9% above the global median of $1,361.

Average rent ($1,028) is 56% above the global median of $661.

Dinner for two at a restaurant ($68) is 42% above the global median of $48.

Good to know

🕒 Local time

10:26 10:26 AM

🌤 Weather

👥 Population

2,025,137

💱 Currency

Central African CFA Franc XAF Fr

📈 Exchange rate

1,000 XAF = 1.7 USD

1,000 XAF = 1.53 EUR

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By City in Gabon

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Libreville	850000	72	$984	$1,500	$2,453	$3,382	36.26	38.94
2	Okandja	12962						-	-

Gabon Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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Fixed Broadband

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Gabon - Frequently Asked Questions

Gabon’s costs sit toward the higher end in the region, driven by services and imports. In Libreville and Port-Gentil you’ll notice higher dining, lodging, and utility prices than rural towns. Cost of Living in Gabon varies by city, with Libreville typically pricier than rural towns. You can balance a budget by choosing local markets, street food, and longer, more economical stays in residential districts away from the center. There are affordable options if you search in markets and local neighborhoods; plan around a flexible schedule. Tip: Plan a monthly budget before you arrive and keep a small contingency for transport and utilities.

Gabon living cost is shaped by urban vs rural settings. In Libreville, look for furnished apartments through local agents; consider longer leases to lock in rates. Market groceries, fish, yams and vegetables from local stalls are more affordable than imported goods, while imported items and dining at cafes can push costs up. For getting around, expect a mix of buses and informal taxis; ride-hailing exists but prices vary. Co-working spaces and cafés are common for work sessions, but bandwidth can vary by area. Plan errands in batches to save time and money. Tip: Bring a universal power adaptor and check internet options before committing to a place.

Quality of life in Gabon rewards outdoor activities, wildlife encounters, and a slower pace by the coast, with humid seasons and rain that can affect travel plans. A practical budgeting framework focuses on essentials first: housing, utilities, groceries, transport, health, and a small cushion for leisure. Save by cooking at home with local produce, choosing markets over supermarkets, and using public or shared transport when feasible. Neighborhood fit matters: central districts offer easy access to services and expat networks, while quieter coastal or suburban areas can lower rents and reduce noise. Build flexibility into your routine to enjoy seasonal nuances. Tip: Start with a two-week trial stay in different neighborhoods to test what suits you best.

Libreville sits at the top of the rental market in Gabon, with regional cities offering noticeably better value. Even moving a short distance from major urban centers can save you a significant amount on housing.