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| Expense | Makapanstad | Pretoria | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.59 | $5.41 | Makapanstad |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $18.36 | $21.62 | Makapanstad |
| Cappuccino | $1.38 | $1.62 | Makapanstad |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $104 | $123 | Makapanstad |
| Monthly public transport pass | $16.83 | $19.82 | Makapanstad |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $44.37 | $52.26 | Makapanstad |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.85 | $15.14 | Makapanstad |
| Fitness club membership | $12.85 | $15.14 | Makapanstad |
| Cinema ticket | $3.37 | $3.96 | Makapanstad |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $202 | $247 | Makapanstad |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $140 | $172 | Makapanstad |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $421 | $516 | Makapanstad |
| Total single-person budget | $446 | $532 | Makapanstad |
| Average net salary | $990 | $1,166 |
Makapanstad is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Makapanstad runs about $446 versus $532 in Pretoria — a difference of roughly 19%.
Salary-adjusted, Pretoria 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 Makapanstad · Full cost of living in Pretoria