Burkina Faso🇧🇫
At a Glance
How Burkina Faso compares across key indices
Safety Index
53/100
Healthcare
49/100
Climate
49/100
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Burkina Faso
Rent Index
12
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
55
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
29
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Burkina Faso — based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
53/100
Crime Index
47/100
Lower is better
Crime Trend
58/100
Mixed perception
Walking Safety
27 point drop from day to night
Problem Severity
0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem
What Residents Worry About
Based on 18 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.
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Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Burkina Faso
Healthcare Index
49/100
Quality Breakdown
How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality
Based on 4 survey responses
Insurance Coverage
Limited data — some indices are not yet available.
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Environment
Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Burkina Faso
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Transport & Commute
How people get around in Burkina Faso
Average One-Way Commute
50minutes
Long
Traffic Index
160
Moderate congestion
Inefficiency
75
Time wasted in traffic
CO2 Emissions
450g/trip
How People Commute
Based on 2 survey responses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Burkina Faso, answered with data
Is Burkina Faso safe for expats?
Burkina Faso has a safety index of 53/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers.
How good is healthcare in Burkina Faso?
Burkina Faso scores 49/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it adequate by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.
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