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Lusaka vs Mufulira

Zambia vs Zambia · 318 km apart

Lusaka

Zambia

ZK11,577 ($445)

single / month

VS

Mufulira

Zambia

ZK8,736 ($336)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseLusakaMufuliraCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.68$3.60Mufulira
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$18.72$14.40Mufulira
Cappuccino$1.40$1.08Mufulira
Monthly groceries (single person)$106$81.60Mufulira
Monthly public transport pass$17.16$13.20Mufulira
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$45.24$34.80Mufulira
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13.10$10.08Mufulira
Fitness club membership$13.10$10.08Mufulira
Cinema ticket$3.43$2.64Mufulira
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$192$138Mufulira
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$133$96.00Mufulira
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$400$288Mufulira
Total single-person budget$445$336Mufulira
Average net salary$455$350

Verdict

Mufulira is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lusaka runs about $445 versus $336 in Mufulira — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Mufulira 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 Lusaka  ·  Full cost of living in Mufulira

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lusaka cheaper than Mufulira?
No. Lusaka costs an estimated $445 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Mufulira at $336.
How far is Lusaka from Mufulira?
The straight-line distance between Lusaka and Mufulira is approximately 318 km (198 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Lusaka or Mufulira?
The estimated average net salary is $455 in Lusaka and $350 in Mufulira. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $10 in Lusaka versus $14 in Mufulira per month.