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Cost of Living in Cameroon

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Mar 17, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Cameroon is generally considered to be quite affordable. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Cameroon can cost anywhere from $200 to $400 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $400 to $800 per month. Dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Cameroon can cost anywhere from $10 to $20 per person.

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Is the cost of living in Cameroon high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Cameroon, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Cameroon varies depending on the region and lifestyle. Generally, basic necessities such as food, transportation, and housing are relatively inexpensive. Eating out at restaurants is also affordable, with meals costing around $2-3 USD. Utilities such as electricity and water are also relatively inexpensive. However, imported goods and luxury items can be more expensive," said one person in Cameroon.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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