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Kafue vs Kabwe

Zambia vs Zambia · 149 km apart

Kafue

Zambia

ZK8,736 ($336)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Kabwe

Zambia

ZK9,299 ($358)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Kafue	Kabwe	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.60	$3.82	Kafue
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$14.40	$15.26	Kafue
Cappuccino	$1.08	$1.14	Kafue
Monthly groceries (single person)	$81.60	$86.50	Kafue
Monthly public transport pass	$13.20	$13.99	Kafue
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$34.80	$36.89	Kafue
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$10.08	$10.68	Kafue
Fitness club membership	$10.08	$10.68	Kafue
Cinema ticket	$2.64	$2.80	Kafue
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$138	$148	Kafue
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$96.00	$103	Kafue
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$288	$310	Kafue
Total single-person budget	$336	$358	Kafue
Average net salary	$350	$371

Verdict

Kafue is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kafue runs about $336 versus $358 in Kabwe — a difference of roughly 6%.

Salary-adjusted, Kafue 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 Kafue · Full cost of living in Kabwe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kafue cheaper than Kabwe?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $336 per month in Kafue versus $358 in Kabwe — about 6% less.

How far is Kafue from Kabwe?

The straight-line distance between Kafue and Kabwe is approximately 149 km (92 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Kafue or Kabwe?

The estimated average net salary is $350 in Kafue and $371 in Kabwe. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $14 in Kafue versus $13 in Kabwe per month.