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Cost of Living in Gabela

Gabela, Cuanza-Sul, Angola · Population 271,843

▲ +0% vs Angola average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Kz505,722 ($550)
Couple, monthlyKz910,633 ($990)
Family of four, monthlyKz1,190,239 ($1,294)

Estimated Prices in Gabela

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantKz4,974 ($5.41)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeKz19,894 ($21.62)per meal
CappuccinoKz1,492 ($1.62)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Kz112,733 ($123)per month
Monthly public transport passKz18,236 ($19.82)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentKz48,077 ($52.26)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Kz13,926 ($15.14)per month
Fitness club membershipKz13,926 ($15.14)per month
Cinema ticketKz3,647 ($3.96)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreKz250,346 ($272)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreKz174,154 ($189)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreKz522,461 ($568)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Gabela is Kz390,080 ($424) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Kz505,722 ($550) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Kz657,438 ($715) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Kz174,154 ($189)) represents about 34% of the total single-person budget.

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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 Gabela

Gabela is one of the key cities in Angola. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Kz505,722 ($550), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Kz174,154 ($189) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Kz1,190,239 ($1,294) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Kz910,633 ($990) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Gabela is Kz390,080 ($424). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Kz657,438 ($715) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gabela expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Kz505,722 ($550) per month in Gabela including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Angola.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Gabela?
A net salary of around Kz657,438 ($715) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Gabela with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Gabela is Kz390,080 ($424).
How much is rent in Gabela?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Kz250,346 ($272) per month in the city centre and Kz174,154 ($189) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Kz522,461 ($568).
Is Gabela cheaper than Angola on average?
No — Gabela is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Angola average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Gabela?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Kz112,733 ($123) in Gabela. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Kz4,974 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around Kz1,492 ($2).
How do transport costs in Gabela compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Gabela is estimated at Kz18,236 ($20). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Gabela are estimates based on Angola national averages adjusted for city size (population 271,843). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.