Accra vs Addis Ababa: Cost of Living Compared
Addis Ababa is roughly 38% cheaper overall — about $580 versus $940 per month for a single person. A city-centre one-bedroom averages $514 in Accra against $795 in Addis Ababa. Accra scores higher on safety (62 vs 42/100). Internet is faster in Accra (53 vs 9 Mbps).
City Comparer
AccraGhana
Addis AbabaEthiopia
AccraAddis Ababa
Daily Cost$31/day$19/day
Monthly Cost$940$580
Rent$350$250
Safety6242
Healthcare5728
Air Quality8558
Tourist Safety5545
Disaster Risk1512
Winter High88°F75°F
Summer High82°F72°F
Sunny Days350280
Rainy Days191100
Nightlife3842
Food6072
Culture4882
Coffee Culture3570
Veg Friendly3852
Late Night2/62/6
Cleanliness3232
Green Spaces3542
Hiking3055
Beaches550
Surfing250
Skiing00
Diving100
Yoga2522
Running3072
Sports3548
Bikeability810
Internet53 Mbps9 Mbps
Transit2525
Walkability3038
Cowork Spaces1815
Power Reliability9065
Accra vs Addis Ababa FAQ
Is Accra or Addis Ababa cheaper to live in?
Addis Ababa is cheaper — about $580 per month versus $940, roughly 38% less.
Is Accra or Addis Ababa safer?
Accra scores higher: 62/100 versus 42/100.
Which has faster internet, Accra or Addis Ababa?
Accra — median download speeds are 53 Mbps versus 9 Mbps.
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