Abuja, Nigeria

In 2026, a single person living in Abuja needs approximately NGN 1,085,312/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around NGN 2,174,372/month. Abuja is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Abuja costs approximately NGN 749,568/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around NGN 1,483,520/month. Rent has changed +22% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Abuja are approximately NGN 187,392 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Abuja costs NGN 29,670 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Abuja average NGN 74,957 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Abuja is located in Nigeria (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of NGN 749,568/month and total single-person expenses around NGN 1,085,312/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Abuja costs approximately NGN 5,466 in 2026. Budget around NGN 43,725/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Abuja from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 77.5% over this period (from NGN 422,400 in 2022 to NGN 749,568 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Abuja in 2026, a single person needs approximately NGN 1,085,312/month. This covers rent (NGN 749,568), groceries (NGN 187,392), transport (NGN 29,670), utilities (NGN 74,957) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around NGN 2,174,372/month.