Cost of Living Guide · LesothoCost of Living Guide in Lesotho
Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses
Lesotho offers a very low cost of living, significantly cheaper than the Africa regional average, especially for rent which is 66.2% lower than the Africa average. The overall monthly cost for a single person including rent is around $657, making it one of the more affordable countries in Africa for expats and digital nomads. No user home country data is available for direct comparison.
Estimated Monthly Budget
Lesotho provides exceptional value for money with rent 66.2% below the Africa average and overall costs among the continent's lowest, ideal for budget-conscious expats. No home country comparison available.
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)
Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)
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