City in Central Region, Ghana
Cost of living in Cape Coast
How much a month costs in Cape Coast
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $690–1,290 (GH₵8,000–15,000).
Prices in Cape Coast
Typical 2026 ranges in GHS, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | GHS | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | GH₵2,500–5,500 | $216–474 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | GH₵1,200–3,000 | $103–259 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | GH₵80–200 | $6.9–17.2 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | GH₵300–800 | $26–69 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | GH₵30–80 | $2.6–6.9 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | GH₵120–300 | $10–26 |
| Cappuccino | GH₵25–55 | $2.2–4.7 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | GH₵20–45 | $1.7–3.9 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | GH₵3–10 | $0.26–0.86 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | GH₵25–60 | $2.2–5.2 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | GH₵200–600 | $17–52 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | GH₵60–160 | $5.2–13.8 |
Value for money: 87/100
A value score of 87/100 means Cape Coast gives more quality of life per dollar than 86% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 61/100. It's the 1st most affordable of 3 places we cover in Ghana.
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Cost of living across Ghana
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Cape Coast
Similar safety, lower cost, in Africa.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Cape Coast?
About $302–517 on a lean budget, $690–1,290 for a comfortable month and $1,550–3,020 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Cape Coast?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs GH₵2,500–5,500 ($216–474) a month in the center and GH₵1,200–3,000 ($103–259) outside it.
How much does food cost in Cape Coast?
A local meal is GH₵30–80 ($2.6–6.9); a mid-range restaurant is GH₵120–300 ($10–26) per person.
Is Ghana expensive?
Prices in Ghana are about 38% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Ghana Museums and Monuments Board (castles)
- Ghana Tourism Authority
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.