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| Expense | Ndjili | Lubumbashi | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.63 | $4.45 | Ndjili |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $14.51 | $17.78 | Ndjili |
| Cappuccino | $1.09 | $1.33 | Ndjili |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $82.21 | $101 | Ndjili |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.30 | $16.30 | Ndjili |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $35.06 | $42.98 | Ndjili |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.16 | $12.45 | Ndjili |
| Fitness club membership | $10.16 | $12.45 | Ndjili |
| Cinema ticket | $2.66 | $3.26 | Ndjili |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $137 | $176 | Ndjili |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $94.98 | $123 | Ndjili |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $285 | $368 | Ndjili |
| Total single-person budget | $337 | $419 | Ndjili |
| Average net salary | $140 | $171 |
Ndjili is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ndjili runs about $337 versus $419 in Lubumbashi — a difference of roughly 24%.
Salary-adjusted, Ndjili 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 Ndjili · Full cost of living in Lubumbashi