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Cost of Living in Mogoditshane

Mogoditshane, Kweneng, Botswana · Population 88,098

▼ -6% vs Botswana average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)P5,440 ($400)
Couple, monthlyP9,690 ($713)
Family of four, monthlyP12,565 ($924)

Estimated Prices in Mogoditshane

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantP57.12 ($4.20)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeP228 ($16.80)per meal
CappuccinoP17.14 ($1.26)each
Monthly groceries (single person)P1,295 ($95.20)per month
Monthly public transport passP209 ($15.40)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentP552 ($40.60)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)P160 ($11.76)per month
Fitness club membershipP160 ($11.76)per month
Cinema ticketP41.89 ($3.08)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreP2,346 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreP1,632 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreP4,896 ($360)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Mogoditshane is P9,520 ($700) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of P5,440 ($400) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly P7,072 ($520) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (P1,632 ($120)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Mogoditshane

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Nearby Cities

Gaborone

5 km away · Gaborone

Mmopone

7 km away · Kweneng

Gabane

9 km away · Kweneng

Metsemotlhaba

11 km away · Kweneng

Tlokweng

11 km away · South East

Kopong

18 km away · South East

Ramotswa

26 km away · South East

Thamaga

35 km away · Kweneng

Other Major Cities in Botswana

Gaborone

Gaborone · pop. 235,884

P7,216 ($531) / mo

Francistown

Francistown · pop. 103,417

P5,440 ($400) / mo

Maun

North West · pop. 85,293

P5,440 ($400) / mo

Molepolole

Kweneng · pop. 67,598

P5,440 ($400) / mo

Tlokweng

South East · pop. 55,517

P5,440 ($400) / mo

Living in Mogoditshane

Mogoditshane is one of the key cities in Botswana. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is P5,440 ($400), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around P1,632 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to P12,565 ($924) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately P9,690 ($713) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Mogoditshane is P9,520 ($700). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least P7,072 ($520) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mogoditshane expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated P5,440 ($400) per month in Mogoditshane including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Botswana.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Mogoditshane?
A net salary of around P7,072 ($520) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Mogoditshane with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Mogoditshane is P9,520 ($700).
How much is rent in Mogoditshane?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated P2,346 ($173) per month in the city centre and P1,632 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about P4,896 ($360).
Is Mogoditshane cheaper than Botswana on average?
Yes — Mogoditshane is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Botswana average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Mogoditshane?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at P1,295 ($95) in Mogoditshane. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about P57 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around P17 ($1).
How do transport costs in Mogoditshane compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Mogoditshane is estimated at P209 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Mogoditshane are estimates based on Botswana national averages adjusted for city size (population 88,098). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.