Top expat cities

Ivory Coast

Grand-Bassam

#2 Top 5 cities

Grand-Bassam is a calmer coastal alternative to Abidjan for people who want to live by the sea while staying relatively close to the main economic hub.

Country overview

Population

96 797

Year-round temperatures

Day: 28°C až 31°C

Night: 23°C až 26°C

Climate

Warm coastal tropical weather with high humidity.

Distance to the sea

0 km

Social atmosphere

6/10

Costs

Housing cost 5/10
Food cost 5/10

Business friendliness

5/10

Safety

4/10

A quieter setting does not remove robbery, burglary, terrorism, road, and limited-emergency-response risks; secure accommodation and pre-arranged transport remain important.

Natural disaster resilience

2/10

Grand-Bassam is highly exposed to coastal erosion, storm-driven flooding, sea-level rise, intense rain, extreme heat, and strong ocean currents.

Other scores

Other scores

Internet availability 6/10
Internet speed 5/10
Internet stability 5/10
Electricity stability 5/10

Community types

  • Entrepreneurs
  • Couples
  • Seasonal expats
  • Long-term expats

Largest nationality groups

  • 🇫🇷French
  • 🇬🇧British
  • 🇮🇳Indians

Pros / Cons

Pros

  • +Beaches and sea
  • +Pleasant atmosphere
  • +Proximity to the capital
  • +Quiet atmosphere

Cons

  • −Smaller job market
  • −Smaller expat scene
  • −Fewer corporate opportunities