Cost of Living Guide in Angola
Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses
Angola offers a moderately higher cost of living than the Africa regional average, with overall costs including rent 26.3% more expensive and consumer prices excluding rent 10.6% higher, though rent is 94.9% above the regional norm. Luanda drives much of the expense due to high demand from expats in the oil sector, but costs drop significantly outside the capital. This positions Angola as pricier than most African countries while providing strong purchasing power for those earning international salaries.
Estimated Monthly Budget
Angola delivers strong value for expat salaries despite being 26.3% pricier overall than the Africa average, thanks to high purchasing power and quality of life. Ideal for oil/digital nomad professionals, but budget carefully for Luanda's housing and imports.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
Monthly Transport Pass
Gasoline (1L)
Utilities for 85m² Apartment
Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)
Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)
Milk (1L)
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
Eggs (12)
Local Cheese (1kg)
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee
Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)
Cinema Ticket
Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)
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