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Cost of Living in Luanda

Luanda, Luanda, Angola · Population 9,051,000 · National capital

▲ +25% vs Angola average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Kz631,406 ($686)
Couple, monthlyKz1,140,154 ($1,239)
Family of four, monthlyKz1,493,270 ($1,623)

Estimated Prices in Luanda

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantKz6,100 ($6.63)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeKz24,398 ($26.52)per meal
CappuccinoKz1,830 ($1.99)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Kz138,258 ($150)per month
Monthly public transport passKz22,365 ($24.31)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentKz58,963 ($64.09)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Kz17,079 ($18.56)per month
Fitness club membershipKz17,079 ($18.56)per month
Cinema ticketKz4,473 ($4.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreKz323,100 ($351)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreKz224,766 ($244)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreKz674,297 ($733)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Luanda is Kz478,400 ($520) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Kz631,406 ($686) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Kz820,827 ($892) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Kz224,766 ($244)) represents about 36% of the total single-person budget.

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Belas

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54 km away · Bengo

Caxito

55 km away · Bengo

Catete

57 km away · Bengo

Ambriz

111 km away · Bengo

Other Major Cities in Angola

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

Lobito

Benguela · pop. 436,467

Kz505,722 ($550) / mo

Living in Luanda

Luanda is the capital and one of the key cities in Angola. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Kz631,406 ($686), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Kz224,766 ($244) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Kz1,493,270 ($1,623) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Kz1,140,154 ($1,239) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Luanda is Kz478,400 ($520). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Kz820,827 ($892) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luanda expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Kz631,406 ($686) per month in Luanda including rent outside the city centre. That is 25% more than the national average for Angola.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Luanda?
A net salary of around Kz820,827 ($892) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Luanda with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Luanda is Kz478,400 ($520).
How much is rent in Luanda?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Kz323,100 ($351) per month in the city centre and Kz224,766 ($244) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Kz674,297 ($733).
Is Luanda cheaper than Angola on average?
No — Luanda is estimated to be about 25% more expensive than the Angola average, mainly due to housing demand as the national capital.
What is the cost of groceries in Luanda?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Kz138,258 ($150) in Luanda. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Kz6,100 ($7) and a cappuccino runs around Kz1,830 ($2).
How do transport costs in Luanda compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Luanda is estimated at Kz22,365 ($24). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Luanda are estimates based on Angola national averages adjusted for city size (population 9,051,000) and capital-city premium. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.