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Cost of Living in Nhlangano

Nhlangano, Shiselweni, Eswatini · Population 9,016

▼ -16% vs Eswatini average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)L5,590 ($307)
Couple, monthlyL9,950 ($547)
Family of four, monthlyL12,895 ($709)

Estimated Prices in Nhlangano

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantL58.97 ($3.24)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeL236 ($12.96)per meal
CappuccinoL17.69 ($0.97)each
Monthly groceries (single person)L1,337 ($73.44)per month
Monthly public transport passL216 ($11.88)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentL570 ($31.32)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)L165 ($9.07)per month
Fitness club membershipL165 ($9.07)per month
Cinema ticketL43.24 ($2.38)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreL2,385 ($131)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreL1,659 ($91.17)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreL4,978 ($274)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Nhlangano is L6,552 ($360) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of L5,590 ($307) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly L7,268 ($399) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (L1,659 ($91)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Hlatikulu

20 km away · Shiselweni

Manzini

72 km away · Manzini

Lavumisa

73 km away · Shiselweni

Lobamba

75 km away · Hhohho

Mbabane

89 km away · Hhohho

Siteki

105 km away · Lubombo

Piggs Peak

128 km away · Hhohho

Other Major Cities in Eswatini

Lobamba

Hhohho · pop. 114,585

L8,306 ($456) / mo

Manzini

Manzini · pop. 110,508

L6,261 ($344) / mo

Mbabane

Hhohho · pop. 76,218

L6,261 ($344) / mo

Living in Nhlangano

Nhlangano is one of the key cities in Eswatini. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is L5,590 ($307), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around L1,659 ($91) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to L12,895 ($709) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately L9,950 ($547) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Nhlangano is L6,552 ($360). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least L7,268 ($399) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nhlangano expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated L5,590 ($307) per month in Nhlangano including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Eswatini.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Nhlangano?
A net salary of around L7,268 ($399) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Nhlangano with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Nhlangano is L6,552 ($360).
How much is rent in Nhlangano?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated L2,385 ($131) per month in the city centre and L1,659 ($91) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about L4,978 ($274).
Is Nhlangano cheaper than Eswatini on average?
Yes — Nhlangano is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Eswatini average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Nhlangano?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at L1,337 ($73) in Nhlangano. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about L59 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around L18 ($1).
How do transport costs in Nhlangano compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Nhlangano is estimated at L216 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Nhlangano are estimates based on Eswatini national averages adjusted for city size (population 9,016). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.