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South Africa

Africa·ZAR·English/Afrikaans

Nomad Score

Very Good

Incredible natural beauty, English-speaking, and very affordable. Cape Town is a world-class city with a growing tech scene. Safety is a concern.

Key Indices

Cost of Living

Rent Index

28.5

Groceries

Restaurants

Purchasing Power

Safety

Healthcare

Quality of Life

Cost Breakdown

Housing

1BR Apartment (City Center)$350/mo

3BR Apartment (City Center)$650/mo

Food & Drink

Inexpensive Restaurant$5

Mid-Range (2 People)$20

Cappuccino$2.5

Utilities & Services

Monthly Transport Pass$30/mo

Internet (60 Mbps+)$30/mo

Gym Membership$25/mo

Income

Average Monthly Salary$1,200

Population59,308,690

Monthly Budget

$715

Estimated monthly cost for a single person

Rent (1BR)$350

Food (30 cheap + 4 mid-range)$230

Coffee (20x/month)$50

Transport$30

Internet$30

Gym$25

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