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Mthatha vs Cape Town

South Africa vs South Africa · 1,003 km apart

Mthatha

South Africa

R9,100 ($500)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Cape Town

South Africa

R10,485 ($576)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseMthathaCape TownCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.10$5.81Mthatha
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$20.40$23.26Mthatha
Cappuccino$1.53$1.74Mthatha
Monthly groceries (single person)$116$132Mthatha
Monthly public transport pass$18.70$21.32Mthatha
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$49.30$56.20Mthatha
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$14.28$16.28Mthatha
Fitness club membership$14.28$16.28Mthatha
Cinema ticket$3.74$4.26Mthatha
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$230$271Mthatha
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$160$188Mthatha
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$480$565Mthatha
Total single-person budget$500$576Mthatha
Average net salary$1,100$1,254

Verdict

Mthatha is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mthatha runs about $500 versus $576 in Cape Town — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Cape Town 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 Mthatha  ·  Full cost of living in Cape Town

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mthatha cheaper than Cape Town?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $500 per month in Mthatha versus $576 in Cape Town — about 15% less.
How far is Mthatha from Cape Town?
The straight-line distance between Mthatha and Cape Town is approximately 1,003 km (623 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mthatha or Cape Town?
The estimated average net salary is $1,100 in Mthatha and $1,254 in Cape Town. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $600 in Mthatha versus $678 in Cape Town per month.