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Cost of Living in Nova Esperança

Nova Esperança, Uíge, Angola · Population 57,248

▼ -6% vs Angola average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Kz474,720 ($516)
Couple, monthlyKz854,128 ($928)
Family of four, monthlyKz1,115,739 ($1,213)

Estimated Prices in Nova Esperança

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantKz4,692 ($5.10)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeKz18,768 ($20.40)per meal
CappuccinoKz1,408 ($1.53)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Kz106,352 ($116)per month
Monthly public transport passKz17,204 ($18.70)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentKz45,356 ($49.30)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Kz13,138 ($14.28)per month
Fitness club membershipKz13,138 ($14.28)per month
Cinema ticketKz3,441 ($3.74)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreKz232,760 ($253)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreKz161,920 ($176)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreKz485,760 ($528)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Nova Esperança is Kz368,000 ($400) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Kz474,720 ($516) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Kz617,136 ($671) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Kz161,920 ($176)) represents about 34% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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Damba

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Maquela do Zombo

107 km away · Uíge

Mucaba

109 km away · Uíge

Puri

117 km away · Uíge

Sungo

129 km away · Cuanza-Sul

Songo

135 km away · Uíge

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 Nova Esperança

Nova Esperança is one of the key cities in Angola. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Kz474,720 ($516), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Kz161,920 ($176) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Kz1,115,739 ($1,213) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Kz854,128 ($928) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Nova Esperança is Kz368,000 ($400). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Kz617,136 ($671) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nova Esperança expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Kz474,720 ($516) per month in Nova Esperança including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Angola.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Nova Esperança?
A net salary of around Kz617,136 ($671) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Nova Esperança with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Nova Esperança is Kz368,000 ($400).
How much is rent in Nova Esperança?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Kz232,760 ($253) per month in the city centre and Kz161,920 ($176) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Kz485,760 ($528).
Is Nova Esperança cheaper than Angola on average?
Yes — Nova Esperança is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Angola average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Nova Esperança?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Kz106,352 ($116) in Nova Esperança. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Kz4,692 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around Kz1,408 ($2).
How do transport costs in Nova Esperança compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Nova Esperança is estimated at Kz17,204 ($19). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Nova Esperança are estimates based on Angola national averages adjusted for city size (population 57,248). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.