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Budget & Ausgaben in Mozambique

Vollständige Preisübersicht für Wohnen, Lebensmittel, Verkehr und Alltag

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Mozambique offers a low cost of living compared to global standards, about 4.3% cheaper overall (including rent) than the Africa average, with consumer prices 2.9% lower and rents 2.8% below regional norms. It ranks as an affordable African destination, ideal for expats and digital nomads seeking value, though costs rise in Maputo. Local salaries are low, but foreign earners enjoy strong purchasing power.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$320–400 (MZN 20,000–26,000) — local food, shared/modest housing, public transport.
Comfortable
$480–1,500 (MZN 31,000–96,000) — private apartment, occasional dining, mix of local/imported goods.
Family of four
$2,000–3,500 (MZN 128,000–224,000) — expat housing, international school, car, imported groceries.

Excellent value for money at 4.3% below Africa average overall, making it a top affordable pick for expats earning foreign income despite low local wages.

Economic & Living Costs in Mozambique
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

200-900 MZN
Avg: 550 MZN
+10.0% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

1703.35-8000 MZN
Avg: 4851.68 MZN
1.9% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

400-500 MZN
Avg: 450 MZN
-28.0% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

60-150 MZN
Avg: 105 MZN
+40.0% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

20000-48538.05 MZN
Avg: 34269.03 MZN
-35.7% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

15000-33893.5 MZN
Avg: 24446.75 MZN
-12.4% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

40000-102959.5 MZN
Avg: 71479.75 MZN
-17.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

20000-72263.5 MZN
Avg: 46131.75 MZN
-2.9% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

10-30 MZN
Avg: 20 MZN
-20.0% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

140.99-420 MZN
Avg: 280.49 MZN
2.0% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

782.61-2250 MZN
Avg: 1516.3 MZN
+44.4% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

83.57-90 MZN
Avg: 86.78 MZN
-1.4% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

2500-7623 MZN
Avg: 5061.5 MZN
-5.3% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

5000-7856 MZN
Avg: 6428 MZN
-23.4% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

500-1000 MZN
Avg: 750 MZN
-25.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

85-120 MZN
Avg: 102.5 MZN
-2.4% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

25-170 MZN
Avg: 97.5 MZN
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

120-192 MZN
Avg: 156 MZN
-2.1% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

550-2000 MZN
Avg: 1275 MZN
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

1500-3500 MZN
Avg: 2500 MZN
+5.3% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

1000-2500 MZN
Avg: 1750 MZN
-12.5% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

420-500 MZN
Avg: 460 MZN
-3.2% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

3500-15000 MZN
Avg: 9250 MZN
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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