Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Moldova is 1.14 times less expensive as compared to Nigeria.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Moldova and Nigeria. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Moldova and Nigeria.
We always try to give you the latest data, but sometimes mistakes might occur. If you think some content on our site is not updated, please let us know by emailing us at: info.comparedoo@gmail.com
 Indicators  | Moldova  | Nigeria  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 8,000 MDL (440 USD) | 500,000 NGN (650 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 12,000 MDL (660 USD) | 800,000 NGN (1,040 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 16,000 MDL (880 USD) | 1,200,000 NGN (1,560 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 5,000 MDL (275 USD) | 300,000 NGN (390 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 8,000 MDL (440 USD) | 500,000 NGN (650 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 10,000 MDL (550 USD) | 800,000 NGN (1,040 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 2 % | 1.8 % |
Realtor Commission  | 5 % | 5 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.1 to 0.4 % | 0.5 to 1.5 % |
The average housing cost in Moldova is 1.60 times less expensive than Nigeria.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 15,000 MDL (825 USD) | 2,000,000 NGN (2,600 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 400 MDL (22 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 67.28% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Moldova costs 3.15 times less compared to Nigeria.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 41.49% less in Moldova compared to Nigeria.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 25 MDL (1.38 USD) | 800 NGN (1.04 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 18 MDL (0.99 USD) | 400 NGN (0.52 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 10 MDL (0.55 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 15 MDL (0.82 USD) | 300 NGN (0.39 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 30 MDL (1.65 USD) | 700 NGN (0.91 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 80 MDL (4.40 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 60 MDL (3.30 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
In Moldova, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.97 times more expensive than the cost in Nigeria.
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 86.47% more for Groceries.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 30 MDL (1.65 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 20 MDL (1.10 USD) | 600 NGN (0.78 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 25 MDL (1.38 USD) | 800 NGN (1.04 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 25 MDL (1.38 USD) | 600 NGN (0.78 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 15 MDL (0.82 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 30 MDL (1.65 USD) | 800 NGN (1.04 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 15 MDL (0.82 USD) | 600 NGN (0.78 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 30 MDL (1.65 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 1.36 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 80 MDL (4.40 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 50 MDL (2.75 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 20 MDL (1.10 USD) | 300 NGN (0.39 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 10 MDL (0.55 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 80 MDL (4.40 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 80 MDL (4.40 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 40 MDL (2.20 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 64.25% more in Moldova compared to Nigeria.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 50 MDL (2.75 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 15 MDL (0.82 USD) | 600 NGN (0.78 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 25 MDL (1.38 USD) | 1,200 NGN (1.56 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 1.45 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 5 MDL (0.28 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | Yet to Update () | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 1,500 MDL (82.50 USD) | 50,000 NGN (65 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 20 MDL (1.10 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 10 MDL (0.55 USD) | 300 NGN (0.39 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 50 MDL (2.75 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 20 MDL (1.10 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 10 MDL (0.55 USD) | 100 NGN (0.13 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 1.06 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 20,000 MDL (1,100 USD) | 1,500,000 NGN (1,950 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 500 MDL (27.50 USD) | 50,000 NGN (65 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 10,000 NGN (13 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 1,000 MDL (55 USD) | 30,000 NGN (39 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 500 MDL (27.50 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 7 % | 12 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 25 MDL (1.38 USD) | 300 NGN (0.39 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 1,200 NGN (1.56 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 1.70 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Moldova compared to that of Nigeria.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 250 MDL (13.75 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 400 MDL (22 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 1,000 MDL (55 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 1,500 MDL (82.50 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 50 MDL (2.75 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 500 MDL (27.50 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 10,000 NGN (13 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 2.07 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 2,000 MDL (110 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 500 MDL (27.50 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 400 MDL (22 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Haircuts  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 30 MDL (1.65 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 15 MDL (0.82 USD) | 200 NGN (0.26 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 5.54 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 1,500 MDL (82.50 USD) | 40,000 NGN (52 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 400 MDL (22 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 800 MDL (44 USD) | 12,000 NGN (15.60 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 600 MDL (33 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 3,000 MDL (165 USD) | 30,000 NGN (39 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 800 MDL (44 USD) | 10,000 NGN (13 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 800 MDL (44 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 1,500 MDL (82.50 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 1,500 MDL (82.50 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 1,000 MDL (55 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 1,000 MDL (55 USD) | 12,000 NGN (15.60 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 50 MDL (2.75 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 50 MDL (2.75 USD) | 500 NGN (0.65 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 1,500 MDL (82.50 USD) | 12,000 NGN (15.60 USD) |
Sportswear  | 800 MDL (44 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 3.22 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 600 MDL (33 USD) | 4,000 NGN (5.20 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 700 MDL (38.50 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 800 MDL (44 USD) | 8,000 NGN (10.40 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 800 MDL (44 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 700 MDL (38.50 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 4,000 NGN (5.20 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 600 MDL (33 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 1,000 MDL (55 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 2.12 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 1,000 MDL (55 USD) | 40,000 NGN (52 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 1,500 MDL (82.50 USD) | 60,000 NGN (78 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 2,500 MDL (137.50 USD) | 70,000 NGN (91 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 4,000 MDL (220 USD) | 90,000 NGN (117 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 12,000 MDL (660 USD) | 120,000 NGN (156 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 24,000 MDL (1,320 USD) | 180,000 NGN (234 USD) |
After School Activities  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 500 MDL (27.50 USD) | 30,000 NGN (39 USD) |
Tutoring  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
School Supplies  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 3.23 times more for school and education.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 60 MDL (3.30 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 2,500 NGN (3.25 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 50 MDL (2.75 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 80 MDL (4.40 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Bowling  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 80 MDL (4.40 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Video Games  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 50 MDL (2.75 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 100 MDL (5.50 USD) | 1,500 NGN (1.95 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 1,500 MDL (82.50 USD) | 50,000 NGN (65 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 1.75 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 400 MDL (22 USD) | 25,000 NGN (32.50 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
Art Classes  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 3,000 NGN (3.90 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 150 MDL (8.25 USD) | 2,000 NGN (2.60 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 250 MDL (13.75 USD) | 4,000 NGN (5.20 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 250 MDL (13.75 USD) | 4,000 NGN (5.20 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 50 MDL (2.75 USD) | 1,000 NGN (1.30 USD) |
Educational Software  | 200 MDL (11 USD) | 15,000 NGN (19.50 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, instead of Nigeria, you would have to pay 1.04 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 10,000 MDL (550 USD) | 200,000 NGN (260 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 7,500 MDL (412.50 USD) | 120,000 NGN (156 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 133.33 MDL per hour (7.33 USD) | 1,000 NGN per hour (1.30 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 2,000 MDL (110 USD) | 20,000 NGN (26 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 20 % | 0 to 7.5 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 8 % | 7 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 8 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 35 | 40 |
Median Household Income  | 15,000 MDL (825 USD) | 1,200,000 NGN (1,560 USD) |
If you lived in Moldova, you would earn 1.05 times less salary as compared to Nigeria.
Indicators | Moldova | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 500 MDL (27.50 USD) | 5,000 NGN (6.50 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 400 MDL (22 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 350 MDL (19.25 USD) | 7,000 NGN (9.10 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 300 MDL (16.50 USD) | 6,000 NGN (7.80 USD) |
Professional Services cost 2.62 times more in Moldova, as compared to Nigeria.
We hope you enjoyed the detailed guide on the cost of living comparsion between Moldova and Nigeria.
For more side-by-side comparsion between Countries, States and Cities, you can use the search box above or click the links below.
The Comparedoo.com family sincerely appreciates your time with us. We look forward to seeing you on our other pages.
