Malawi vs Malawi · 56 km apart
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| Expense | Zomba | Blantyre | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.00 | $3.18 | Zomba |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $12.00 | $12.72 | Zomba |
| Cappuccino | $0.90 | $0.95 | Zomba |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $68.00 | $72.08 | Zomba |
| Monthly public transport pass | $11.00 | $11.66 | Zomba |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $29.00 | $30.74 | Zomba |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $8.40 | $8.90 | Zomba |
| Fitness club membership | $8.40 | $8.90 | Zomba |
| Cinema ticket | $2.20 | $2.33 | Zomba |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $115 | $124 | Zomba |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $80.00 | $86.04 | Zomba |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $240 | $258 | Zomba |
| Total single-person budget | $280 | $298 | Zomba |
| Average net salary | $150 | $159 |
Zomba is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Zomba runs about $280 versus $298 in Blantyre — a difference of roughly 6%.
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 Zomba · Full cost of living in Blantyre