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Juba vs Malakal

South Sudan vs South Sudan · 520 km apart

Juba

South Sudan

£627,075 ($482)

single / month

VS

Malakal

South Sudan

£473,200 ($364)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseJubaMalakalCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.07$3.90Malakal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$20.28$15.60Malakal
Cappuccino$1.52$1.17Malakal
Monthly groceries (single person)$115$88.40Malakal
Monthly public transport pass$18.59$14.30Malakal
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$49.01$37.70Malakal
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$14.20$10.92Malakal
Fitness club membership$14.20$10.92Malakal
Cinema ticket$3.72$2.86Malakal
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$208$150Malakal
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$144$104Malakal
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$433$312Malakal
Total single-person budget$482$364Malakal
Average net salary$195$150

Verdict

Malakal is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Juba runs about $482 versus $364 in Malakal — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Malakal 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 Juba  ·  Full cost of living in Malakal

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Juba cheaper than Malakal?
No. Juba costs an estimated $482 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Malakal at $364.
How far is Juba from Malakal?
The straight-line distance between Juba and Malakal is approximately 520 km (323 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Juba or Malakal?
The estimated average net salary is $195 in Juba and $150 in Malakal. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Juba versus $0 in Malakal per month.