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| Expense | Lubumbashi | Mbuji-Mayi | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.45 | $4.45 | Lubumbashi |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.78 | $17.78 | Lubumbashi |
| Cappuccino | $1.33 | $1.33 | Lubumbashi |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $101 | $101 | Lubumbashi |
| Monthly public transport pass | $16.30 | $16.30 | Lubumbashi |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $42.98 | $42.98 | Lubumbashi |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.45 | $12.45 | Lubumbashi |
| Fitness club membership | $12.45 | $12.45 | Lubumbashi |
| Cinema ticket | $3.26 | $3.26 | Lubumbashi |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $176 | $176 | Lubumbashi |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $123 | $123 | Lubumbashi |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $368 | $368 | Lubumbashi |
| Total single-person budget | $419 | $419 | Lubumbashi |
| Average net salary | $171 | $171 |
Lubumbashi is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lubumbashi runs about $419 versus $419 in Mbuji-Mayi — a difference of roughly 0%.
Salary-adjusted, Lubumbashi 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 Lubumbashi · Full cost of living in Mbuji-Mayi