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Carletonville vs Johannesburg

South Africa vs South Africa · 66 km apart

Carletonville

South Africa

R8,122 ($446)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Johannesburg

South Africa

R12,087 ($664)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseCarletonvilleJohannesburgCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.59$6.63Carletonville
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$18.36$26.52Carletonville
Cappuccino$1.38$1.99Carletonville
Monthly groceries (single person)$104$150Carletonville
Monthly public transport pass$16.83$24.31Carletonville
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$44.37$64.09Carletonville
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.85$18.56Carletonville
Fitness club membership$12.85$18.56Carletonville
Cinema ticket$3.37$4.86Carletonville
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$202$319Carletonville
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$140$222Carletonville
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$421$666Carletonville
Total single-person budget$446$664Carletonville
Average net salary$990$1,430

Verdict

Carletonville is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Carletonville runs about $446 versus $664 in Johannesburg — a difference of roughly 49%.

Salary-adjusted, Johannesburg 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 Carletonville  ·  Full cost of living in Johannesburg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carletonville cheaper than Johannesburg?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $446 per month in Carletonville versus $664 in Johannesburg — about 49% less.
How far is Carletonville from Johannesburg?
The straight-line distance between Carletonville and Johannesburg is approximately 66 km (41 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Carletonville or Johannesburg?
The estimated average net salary is $990 in Carletonville and $1,430 in Johannesburg. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $544 in Carletonville versus $766 in Johannesburg per month.