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Cheaper overall| Expense | Johannesburg | Soweto | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.63 | $5.81 | Soweto |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $26.52 | $23.26 | Soweto |
| Cappuccino | $1.99 | $1.74 | Soweto |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $150 | $132 | Soweto |
| Monthly public transport pass | $24.31 | $21.32 | Soweto |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $64.09 | $56.20 | Soweto |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $18.56 | $16.28 | Soweto |
| Fitness club membership | $18.56 | $16.28 | Soweto |
| Cinema ticket | $4.86 | $4.26 | Soweto |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $319 | $271 | Soweto |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $222 | $188 | Soweto |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $666 | $565 | Soweto |
| Total single-person budget | $664 | $576 | Soweto |
| Average net salary | $1,430 | $1,254 |
Soweto is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Johannesburg runs about $664 versus $576 in Soweto — a difference of roughly 13%.
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 Johannesburg · Full cost of living in Soweto