Ranked by estimated single-person monthly budget including rent
| # | City | Monthly budget | 1BR outside centre |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neves Lembá | Db7,316 ($325) | Db2,051 ($91.17) |
| 2 | Santana Cantagalo | Db7,316 ($325) | Db2,051 ($91.17) |
| 3 | São João dos Angolares Caué | Db7,316 ($325) | Db2,051 ($91.17) |
| 4 | Trindade Mé-Zóchi | Db7,316 ($325) | Db2,051 ($91.17) |
| 5 | Guadalupe Lobata | Db7,316 ($325) | Db2,051 ($91.17) |
| 6 | Santo António Príncipe | Db7,316 ($325) | Db2,051 ($91.17) |
| 7 | São Tomé Água Grande | Db10,853 ($482) | Db3,248 ($144) |