Malawi vs Malawi · 451 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Lilongwe | Karonga | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.90 | $2.70 | Karonga |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.60 | $10.80 | Karonga |
| Cappuccino | $1.17 | $0.81 | Karonga |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $88.40 | $61.20 | Karonga |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.30 | $9.90 | Karonga |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $37.70 | $26.10 | Karonga |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.92 | $7.56 | Karonga |
| Fitness club membership | $10.92 | $7.56 | Karonga |
| Cinema ticket | $2.86 | $1.98 | Karonga |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $160 | $101 | Karonga |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $111 | $70.13 | Karonga |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $333 | $210 | Karonga |
| Total single-person budget | $371 | $250 | Karonga |
| Average net salary | $195 | $135 |
Karonga is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lilongwe runs about $371 versus $250 in Karonga — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Karonga 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 Lilongwe · Full cost of living in Karonga