Cheapest priced cityKano$168 essentials/mo
Priciest priced cityAbuja$870 essentials/mo
Average 1-bed outside centre$326across 3 priced cities
Kano vs the worldCheaper than 533 of the 535 priced cities we trackessentials, single person, USD
Tourist stay signale-Visa only since 1 May 2025 — visa on arrival is abolished.as of 2026-07
City-by-city monthly costs
Essentials are sourced rent outside centre plus utilities, groceries, dining, and local transport. They are not a full lifestyle budget.
| Kano | $168 | 131.1 city | $55 | $147 | $48 | $41 | $12 | $12 | n/a |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos | $797 | 124.9 city | $412 | $725 | $100 | $130 | $136 | $19 | $118 |
| Abuja | $870 | 136.5 city | $511 | $1,112 | $111 | $76 | $140 | $32 | $167 |
Single person, USD. Data updated August 6, 2026.
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