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Overview
Nigeria🇳🇬
At a Glance
How Nigeria compares across key indices
Cost of Living
18 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
53/100
Healthcare
19/100
Quality of Life
65/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Nigeria
Cost of Living
18
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
13
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
18
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
19
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Nigeria - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
53/100
Crime Index
63/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Nigeria
Nigeria has 263 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $394 in Ondo to $479 in Abuja. Ondo leads on safety, scoring 53/100. Abuja ranks highest for quality of life at 75/200.
đź’¸Most Affordable
Ondo
$394/mo
Safest
Ondo
53/100
Best Quality of Life
Abuja
75/200
Best Healthcare
Abuja
33/100
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Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 263 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abuja | $479 | 47/100 | 75/200 | 33/100 | 95 |
| Lagos | $444 | 48/100 | 74/200 | 30/100 | 95 |
| Kano | $443 | 48/100 | 74/200 | 30/100 | 95 |
| Ibadan | $438 | 48/100 | 74/200 | 29/100 | 95 |
| Port Harcourt | $427 | 49/100 | 74/200 | 28/100 | 95 |
| Kaduna | $425 | 50/100 | 74/200 | 27/100 | 95 |
| Benin City | $424 | 50/100 | 74/200 | 27/100 | 95 |
| Onitsha | $421 | 50/100 | 74/200 | 27/100 | 95 |
| Aba | $416 | 51/100 | 74/200 | 26/100 | 95 |
| Maiduguri | $415 | 51/100 | 74/200 | 25/100 | 95 |
| Ilorin | $415 | 51/100 | 74/200 | 25/100 | 95 |
| Jos | $414 | 51/100 | 74/200 | 25/100 | 95 |
| Sokoto | $414 | 51/100 | 74/200 | 25/100 | 95 |
| Zaria | $413 | 51/100 | 74/200 | 25/100 | 95 |
| Enugu | $412 | 51/100 | 74/200 | 25/100 | 95 |
| Warri | $411 | 51/100 | 74/200 | 25/100 | 95 |
| Oyo | $407 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 24/100 | 95 |
| Abeokuta | $407 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 24/100 | 95 |
| Akure | $407 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 24/100 | 95 |
| Bauchi | $406 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 24/100 | 95 |
| Katsina | $406 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 24/100 | 95 |
| Osogbo | $405 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 24/100 | 95 |
| Gombe | $402 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 23/100 | 95 |
| Ile-Ife | $402 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 23/100 | 95 |
| Ajegunle | $402 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 23/100 | 95 |
| Owerri | $402 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 23/100 | 95 |
| Calabar | $402 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 23/100 | 95 |
| Ebute Ikorodu | $401 | 52/100 | 74/200 | 23/100 | 95 |
| Okene | $399 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 23/100 | 95 |
| Ikare | $399 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 23/100 | 95 |
| Yola | $398 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 23/100 | 95 |
| Uyo | $398 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 22/100 | 95 |
| Ado-Ekiti | $397 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 22/100 | 95 |
| Ogbomoso | $397 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 22/100 | 95 |
| Minna | $397 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 22/100 | 95 |
| Lekki | $396 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 22/100 | 95 |
| Bida | $396 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 22/100 | 95 |
| Makurdi | $395 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 22/100 | 95 |
| Ondo | $394 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 22/100 | 95 |
| Umuahia | $394 | 53/100 | 74/200 | 22/100 | 95 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
416 verified school profiles across 12 cities in Nigeria — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
ABUJA PREPARATORY SCHOOL
Verified
AbujaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
ABUJA WORLD ACADEMY
Verified
AbujaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
ACCESS HIGH SCHOOL
Verified
CalabarAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
ADESOYE COLLEGE
Verified
OffaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
ADORABLE BRITISH COLLEGE
Verified
EnuguAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
392 more verified schools in Nigeria are available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Nigeria
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Environment
PollutedAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Nigeria
Pollution Index
100/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
56.5ug/m3
Unhealthy
Environmental Quality
Air Quality50/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Nigeria, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Nigeria?
Nigeria has a cost of living index of 18 relative to New York City (100). It is significantly cheaper than the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $370 in Nkpor and reach $479 in Abuja.
What is the cheapest city in Nigeria for expats?
Nkpor is the most affordable city in Nigeria in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $370 for a single person including rent. Ikere-Ekiti is the next most affordable at $370/mo.
Is Nigeria safe for expats?
Nigeria has a safety index of 53/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Ede scores highest on safety at 55/100.
What is the best city in Nigeria for expats and digital nomads?
Abuja ranks highest for quality of life in Nigeria, scoring 75/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $479/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Nkpor offers the lowest monthly costs at $370/mo.
How good is healthcare in Nigeria?
Nigeria scores 19/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it limited in some areas by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Nigeria cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Nigeria's cost of living is roughly 82% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 87% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Nigeria?
Nigeria has a pollution index of 100/100 (lower = cleaner). Pollution can be a concern in urban areas. Research specific cities before committing, as rural and coastal areas typically fare better.
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