Cost of living in Kumba

Kumba, a vibrant city in Cameroon, offers a unique blend of cultural richness and economic opportunities. Understanding the cost of living here is crucial for anyone considering relocation or planning a visit.This guide provides a detailed breakdown of various expenses, including dining, groceries, transportation, housing, and utilities, to help you make informed financial decisions.

Cost of Living Summary

Dining and Restaurants
  • Inexpensive Restaurant MealA meal at a casual restaurant will typically cost $8.07 on average, with a range between $4.03 and $8.07.
  • Mid-Range Restaurant (Three-Course Meal for Two)For a more upscale dining experience, expect to pay around $112.94, with prices ranging from $56.47 to $121.01.
  • Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $4.84, with a range between $4.84 and $6.45.
  • Beverages (e.g., Domestic Beer, Imported Beer, Cappuccino, Coke/Pepsi)Domestic beer ranges from $0.81 to $1.61, imported beer $2.22 to $2.98, cappuccino $0.81 to $2.02, and Coke/Pepsi $1.21 to $1.61.
Grocery Prices
  • MilkMilk is priced between $2.18 and $3.23 per liter, averaging $2.62.
  • Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs between $0.24 and $0.97, with an average price of $0.40.
  • Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs range from $1.45 to $2.02, averaging $1.90.
  • Fruits (e.g., Apples, Oranges)Apples cost $3.23 to $5.65 per kg, while oranges range from $1.61 to $2.42 per kg.
  • Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced between $0.81 and $3.56 per kg, and lettuce costs $0.16 to $1.13 per head.
Transportation
  • Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced between $1.02 and $1.21 per liter.
  • Taxi FaresTaxi fares start at $0.48, with a cost of $0.81 per km and $4.84 to $8.07 per hour of waiting.
Housing Costs
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Data not available.
  • 1-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Data not available.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (City Centre)Data not available.
  • 3-Bedroom Apartment Rent (Outside Centre)Data not available.
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (City Centre)Data not available.
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (Outside Centre)Data not available.
Utilities
  • Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment cost between $145.21 and $161.35, averaging $153.68.
  • InternetInternet services range from $153.28 to $193.62, with an average cost of $166.73.

Cost of Living Data

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Restaurants
Avg / Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
$8.07
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
$112.94
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
$4.84
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.37
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.42
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.53
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.76
Cappuccino (regular)
$1.58
Markets
Avg / Range
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
$2.62
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
$0.40
Eggs (regular) (12)
$1.90
Local Cheese (1kg)
$22.59
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.66
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
$7.66
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1.20
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.59
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
$3.23
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$7.27
Apples (1kg)
$4.41
Oranges (1kg)
$1.94
Potato (1kg)
$3.07
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.70
Rice (white), (1kg)
$2.14
Tomato (1kg)
$1.28
Banana (1kg)
$1.94
Onion (1kg)
$2.02
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
$5.71
Transportation
Avg / Range
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.12
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)
$28,054.30
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.48
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
$0.81
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$7.66
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)
$13,480.59
Utilities (Monthly)
Avg / Range
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment
$153.68
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)
$166.73
Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data
$24.20
Sports And Leisure
Avg / Range
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
$8.07
Clothing And Shoes
Avg / Range
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$75.35
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)
$63.19
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)
$131.14
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes
$141.50
Salaries And Financing
Avg / Range
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate
19.21%
Childcare
Avg / Range
Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child
$486.46
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child
$3,177.74
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