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| Expense | Khayelitsha | Soweto | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.74 | $5.81 | Khayelitsha |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $18.97 | $23.26 | Khayelitsha |
| Cappuccino | $1.42 | $1.74 | Khayelitsha |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $108 | $132 | Khayelitsha |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.39 | $21.32 | Khayelitsha |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $45.85 | $56.20 | Khayelitsha |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.28 | $16.28 | Khayelitsha |
| Fitness club membership | $13.28 | $16.28 | Khayelitsha |
| Cinema ticket | $3.48 | $4.26 | Khayelitsha |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $210 | $271 | Khayelitsha |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $146 | $188 | Khayelitsha |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $438 | $565 | Khayelitsha |
| Total single-person budget | $462 | $576 | Khayelitsha |
| Average net salary | $1,023 | $1,254 |
Khayelitsha is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Khayelitsha runs about $462 versus $576 in Soweto — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Soweto 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 Soweto