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Windhoek vs Oshakati

Namibia vs Namibia · 550 km apart

Windhoek

Namibia

N$9,656 ($531)

single / month

VS

Oshakati

Namibia

N$7,280 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseWindhoekOshakatiCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.46$4.20Oshakati
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$21.84$16.80Oshakati
Cappuccino$1.64$1.26Oshakati
Monthly groceries (single person)$124$95.20Oshakati
Monthly public transport pass$20.02$15.40Oshakati
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$52.78$40.60Oshakati
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$15.29$11.76Oshakati
Fitness club membership$15.29$11.76Oshakati
Cinema ticket$4.00$3.08Oshakati
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$239$173Oshakati
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$167$120Oshakati
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$500$360Oshakati
Total single-person budget$531$400Oshakati
Average net salary$845$650

Verdict

Oshakati is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Windhoek runs about $531 versus $400 in Oshakati — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Windhoek 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 Windhoek  ·  Full cost of living in Oshakati

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Windhoek cheaper than Oshakati?
No. Windhoek costs an estimated $531 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Oshakati at $400.
How far is Windhoek from Oshakati?
The straight-line distance between Windhoek and Oshakati is approximately 550 km (342 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Windhoek or Oshakati?
The estimated average net salary is $845 in Windhoek and $650 in Oshakati. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $314 in Windhoek versus $250 in Oshakati per month.