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Cheaper overall| Expense | Lilongwe | Zomba | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.90 | $3.00 | Zomba |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.60 | $12.00 | Zomba |
| Cappuccino | $1.17 | $0.90 | Zomba |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $88.40 | $68.00 | Zomba |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.30 | $11.00 | Zomba |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $37.70 | $29.00 | Zomba |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.92 | $8.40 | Zomba |
| Fitness club membership | $10.92 | $8.40 | Zomba |
| Cinema ticket | $2.86 | $2.20 | Zomba |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $160 | $115 | Zomba |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $111 | $80.00 | Zomba |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $333 | $240 | Zomba |
| Total single-person budget | $371 | $280 | Zomba |
| Average net salary | $195 | $150 |
Zomba is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lilongwe runs about $371 versus $280 in Zomba — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Zomba 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 Zomba