Is the cost of living in Abidjan high?
We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Abidjan, they wrote...
"The cost of living in Abidjan is generally considered to be quite affordable. Prices for basic necessities such as food, transportation, and housing are generally lower than in other major cities in the region. However, the cost of living can vary depending on the area and lifestyle. For example, expats living in more affluent neighborhoods may find that their cost of living is higher than in other parts of the city," said another expat in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
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Is the cost of living in Abidjan high?
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