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| Expense | Chipata | Lusaka | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.60 | $4.68 | Chipata |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $14.40 | $18.72 | Chipata |
| Cappuccino | $1.08 | $1.40 | Chipata |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $81.60 | $106 | Chipata |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.20 | $17.16 | Chipata |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $34.80 | $45.24 | Chipata |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.08 | $13.10 | Chipata |
| Fitness club membership | $10.08 | $13.10 | Chipata |
| Cinema ticket | $2.64 | $3.43 | Chipata |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $138 | $192 | Chipata |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $96.00 | $133 | Chipata |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $288 | $400 | Chipata |
| Total single-person budget | $336 | $445 | Chipata |
| Average net salary | $350 | $455 |
Chipata is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chipata runs about $336 versus $445 in Lusaka — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Chipata 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 Chipata · Full cost of living in Lusaka