Cost of Living in Makurdi
For one person, living costs in Makurdi are estimated at $12.58 a month, including rent and utilities – 98% below the national average. Rent and utilities take less than a third of the total.
How much you'll spend in Makurdi
Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Makurdi actually costs, broken down by who's living it.
Living costs for one person come to about $12.58 monthly including rent, or $12.58 excluding housing.
Estimated monthly costs for a couple: $17.79 with rent, or $17.79 without housing.
Monthly costs for a family of three come to about $22.99 including rent, or $22.99 for daily expenses alone.
Makurdi sits about 99% below the global median. Within Africa, costs are well below average (99% lower) – one of the most affordable options in the region.
CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.
Last update: October 10, 2026
Cost Highlights
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