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Juba vs Wau

South Sudan vs South Sudan · 508 km apart

Juba

South Sudan

£627,075 ($482)

single / month

VS

Wau

South Sudan

£503,695 ($387)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseJubaWauCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.07$4.13Wau
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$20.28$16.54Wau
Cappuccino$1.52$1.24Wau
Monthly groceries (single person)$115$93.70Wau
Monthly public transport pass$18.59$15.16Wau
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$49.01$39.96Wau
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$14.20$11.58Wau
Fitness club membership$14.20$11.58Wau
Cinema ticket$3.72$3.03Wau
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$208$161Wau
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$144$112Wau
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$433$336Wau
Total single-person budget$482$387Wau
Average net salary$195$159

Verdict

Wau is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Juba runs about $482 versus $387 in Wau — a difference of roughly 20%.

Salary-adjusted, Wau 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 Wau

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Juba cheaper than Wau?
No. Juba costs an estimated $482 per month for a single person, about 20% more than Wau at $387.
How far is Juba from Wau?
The straight-line distance between Juba and Wau is approximately 508 km (316 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Juba or Wau?
The estimated average net salary is $195 in Juba and $159 in Wau. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Juba versus $0 in Wau per month.