Cost of Living 2026

Rice Price in Nigeria (2026)

Rice costs about $0.67 per 500g ($0.67 / Rp12148.91 IDR) in Nigeria in 2026, about 29% below the Rp17185.94 IDR world average. It is the #64 most expensive of 85 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Egypt, priciest: United States). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.

Nigeria vs the world

CountryPriceNotes
Nigeria$0.67 per 500g$0.67 / Rp12148.91 IDR
World averageRp17185.94 IDR
World medianRp15956.78 IDR
Cheapest: EgyptRp5439.81 IDRrank #85 of 85
Most expensive: United StatesRp40435.92 IDRrank #1 of 85

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Frequently asked questions

How much is rice in Nigeria?
Rice costs about $0.67 per 500g (Rp12148.91 IDR) in Nigeria in 2026.
Is rice expensive in Nigeria?
It is the #64 most expensive of the 85 countries tracked by imhere, about 29% below the Rp17185.94 IDR world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
Rice in Nigeria is about $0.67 per 500g / Rp12148.91 IDR.
Which country has the cheapest rice?
The cheapest in this comparison is Egypt at about Rp5439.81 IDR.
Which country has the most expensive rice?
The most expensive is United States at about Rp40435.92 IDR.
How does the cost of living in Nigeria compare?
The world average for rice is about Rp17185.94 IDR and the median is Rp15956.78 IDR - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
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