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Cost of Living in Benfica

Benfica, Huambo, Angola · Population 15,283

▼ -16% vs Angola average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Kz423,460 ($460)
Couple, monthlyKz760,807 ($827)
Family of four, monthlyKz992,800 ($1,079)

Estimated Prices in Benfica

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantKz4,223 ($4.59)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeKz16,891 ($18.36)per meal
CappuccinoKz1,267 ($1.38)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Kz95,717 ($104)per month
Monthly public transport passKz15,484 ($16.83)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentKz40,820 ($44.37)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Kz11,824 ($12.85)per month
Fitness club membershipKz11,824 ($12.85)per month
Cinema ticketKz3,097 ($3.37)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreKz204,038 ($222)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreKz141,940 ($154)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreKz425,819 ($463)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Benfica is Kz331,200 ($360) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Kz423,460 ($460) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Kz550,498 ($598) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Kz141,940 ($154)) represents about 34% of the total single-person budget.

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Longonjo

61 km away · Huambo

Chinguar

67 km away · Bié

Vila Teixeira da Silva

77 km away · Huambo

Ucuma

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Londuimbali

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Other Major Cities in Angola

Luanda

Luanda · pop. 9,051,000

Kz631,406 ($686) / mo

Lubango

Huíla · pop. 903,564

Kz505,722 ($550) / mo

Huambo

Huambo · pop. 836,293

Kz505,722 ($550) / mo

Cabinda

Cabinda · pop. 739,182

Kz505,722 ($550) / mo

Malanje

Malanje · pop. 604,215

Kz505,722 ($550) / mo

Uíge

Uíge · pop. 599,000

Kz505,722 ($550) / mo

Benguela

Benguela · pop. 512,886

Kz505,722 ($550) / mo

Cuito

Bié · pop. 512,706

Kz505,722 ($550) / mo

Living in Benfica

Benfica is one of the key cities in Angola. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Kz423,460 ($460), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Kz141,940 ($154) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Kz992,800 ($1,079) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Kz760,807 ($827) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Benfica is Kz331,200 ($360). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Kz550,498 ($598) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benfica expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Kz423,460 ($460) per month in Benfica including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Angola.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Benfica?
A net salary of around Kz550,498 ($598) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Benfica with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Benfica is Kz331,200 ($360).
How much is rent in Benfica?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Kz204,038 ($222) per month in the city centre and Kz141,940 ($154) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Kz425,819 ($463).
Is Benfica cheaper than Angola on average?
Yes — Benfica is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Angola average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Benfica?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Kz95,717 ($104) in Benfica. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Kz4,223 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around Kz1,267 ($1).
How do transport costs in Benfica compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Benfica is estimated at Kz15,484 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Benfica are estimates based on Angola national averages adjusted for city size (population 15,283). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.