Cost of Living in Gusau, Zamfara State, Price of Food, Rent, Transportation, Etc

Cost of Living in Gusau, Zamfara State, Price of Food, Rent, Transportation, Etc

Gusau, situated in the northwestern region of Nigeria, serves as both the capital of Zamfara State and the namesake of the state’s Local Government Area (LGA), covering an expanse of 3,364 square kilometres and boasting a population of 383,162 as recorded in the 2006 census.

Zamfara is often characterized as one of the less expensive states regarding the cost of basic goods and services. However, the cost of living can vary depending on individual circumstances, lifestyle, and personal preferences. Please refer to the article for a breakdown of prices for the listed items.

Restaurant

A meal in a restaurant	N1,250
Dinner in a Restaurant for 2	N11,470
Fast food meal, equiv. McDonald’s	N2,240
Beer in a Pub, 0.5 L	N580
Cappuccino	N1,650
Pepsi / Coke, 0.5 L	N186

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Rent/Utilities

1 bedroom apartment in city Center, 40 m2 or 430 ft2	N177,191
Cheap 1 bedroom apartment, 40 m2 or 430 ft2	N120,609
3 bedroom apartment in city Center, 80 m2 or 860 ft2	N326,100
Cheap 3 bedroom apartment, 80 m2 or 860 ft2	N170,530
Utility Bill one person, electricity, heating, water, etc.	N9,308
Utility Bill for a Family, electricity, heating, water, etc	N11,550
Internet plan, 50 Mbps+ 1 month unlimited	N12,585
Mortgage Interest Rate for 20 Years	17.58%
Apartment price to Buy in city Center, 1 m2 or 10 ft2	N256,915
House price to Buy in Suburbs, 1 m2 or 10 ft2	N435,638

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Transportation

Local transport ticket	N330
Monthly ticket local transport	N9,460
Taxi Ride, 8 km or 5 mi	N4,340
Gas / Petrol, 1 L or 0.26 gal	N610

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Prices in Supermarkets

Milk, 1 L	N1,130
Bread, 0.5 kg	N603
Rice, 1 kg	N878
Eggs, by 12	N804
Cheese, 1 kg	N3,365
Chicken Breast, 1 kg	N1,920
Round Steak, 1 kg	N2,460
Apples, 1 kg	N2,140
Banana, 1 kg	N915
Oranges, 1 kg	N525

Tomato, 1 kg	N710
Potato, 1 kg	N820
Onion, 1 kg	N1000
Water, 1 L	N300
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L	N510
Wine (mid-priced), 750 mL bottle	N3,040
Beer, 0.5 L	N640
Cigarette pack	N515
Hair Shampoo	N1,350
Toothpaste, 1 tube	N540

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Childcare prices

Daycare or Preschool, 1 month	N29,340
International Primary School, 1 year	N1,236,168

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Others

Gym Membership, 1 month	N10,350
Cinema Ticket, 1 person	N2,560
Haircut, simple	N1,050
Brand Jeans	N12,880
Brand Sneakers	N25,765

Conclusion

The cost of living in Zamfara state can vary according to individual preferences but is generally affordable, making it a favorable place for residence. Please feel free to provide updates or changes in the prices of the items listed in the comment box.