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How Expensive is it to Live In South Africa
How much do you need to live comfortably in South Africa?
To answer the question – How much do you need to live comfortably in South Africa? You need about R15 000 – R20 000 per month to afford the basics.
Is life in South Africa expensive?
Basically, a single person estimated monthly costs are 510$ (9,161R) without rent. Cost of living in South Africa is, on average, 50.10% lower than in United States. Rent in South Africa is, on average, 71.17% lower than in United States.
How much does it cost to live in South Africa?
The following is the general living expenses in South Africa
| Total living expenses in Johannesburg⁵ | Average cost |
| 1 person, per month (without rent) | ZAR9,389.56 |
| 4 person family, per month (without rent) | ZAR32,914.84 |
| Utilities, basic, for 85m² apartment | ZAR1,493 |
