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| Expense | Khayelitsha | Katlehong | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.74 | $5.41 | Khayelitsha |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $18.97 | $21.62 | Khayelitsha |
| Cappuccino | $1.42 | $1.62 | Khayelitsha |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $108 | $123 | Khayelitsha |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.39 | $19.82 | Khayelitsha |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $45.85 | $52.26 | Khayelitsha |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.28 | $15.14 | Khayelitsha |
| Fitness club membership | $13.28 | $15.14 | Khayelitsha |
| Cinema ticket | $3.48 | $3.96 | Khayelitsha |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $210 | $247 | Khayelitsha |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $146 | $172 | Khayelitsha |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $438 | $516 | Khayelitsha |
| Total single-person budget | $462 | $532 | Khayelitsha |
| Average net salary | $1,023 | $1,166 |
Khayelitsha is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Khayelitsha runs about $462 versus $532 in Katlehong — a difference of roughly 15%.
Salary-adjusted, Katlehong 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 Khayelitsha · Full cost of living in Katlehong