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| Expense | Buta | Lubumbashi | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.51 | $4.45 | Buta |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $14.04 | $17.78 | Buta |
| Cappuccino | $1.05 | $1.33 | Buta |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $79.56 | $101 | Buta |
| Monthly public transport pass | $12.87 | $16.30 | Buta |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $33.93 | $42.98 | Buta |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $9.83 | $12.45 | Buta |
| Fitness club membership | $9.83 | $12.45 | Buta |
| Cinema ticket | $2.57 | $3.26 | Buta |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $131 | $176 | Buta |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $91.17 | $123 | Buta |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $274 | $368 | Buta |
| Total single-person budget | $325 | $419 | Buta |
| Average net salary | $135 | $171 |
Buta is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Buta runs about $325 versus $419 in Lubumbashi — a difference of roughly 29%.
Salary-adjusted, Buta leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Buta · Full cost of living in Lubumbashi