Malawi vs Malawi · 239 km apart
Malawi
single / month
Cheaper overallMalawi
single / month
| Expense | Chiradzulu | Lilongwe | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $2.70 | $3.90 | Chiradzulu |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $10.80 | $15.60 | Chiradzulu |
| Cappuccino | $0.81 | $1.17 | Chiradzulu |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $61.20 | $88.40 | Chiradzulu |
| Monthly public transport pass | $9.90 | $14.30 | Chiradzulu |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $26.10 | $37.70 | Chiradzulu |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $7.56 | $10.92 | Chiradzulu |
| Fitness club membership | $7.56 | $10.92 | Chiradzulu |
| Cinema ticket | $1.98 | $2.86 | Chiradzulu |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $101 | $160 | Chiradzulu |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $70.13 | $111 | Chiradzulu |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $210 | $333 | Chiradzulu |
| Total single-person budget | $250 | $371 | Chiradzulu |
| Average net salary | $135 | $195 |
Chiradzulu is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chiradzulu runs about $250 versus $371 in Lilongwe — a difference of roughly 48%.
Salary-adjusted, Chiradzulu 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 Chiradzulu · Full cost of living in Lilongwe