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Cost of Living in São João dos Angolares

São João dos Angolares, Caué, São Tomé and Príncipe · Population 6,636

▼ -16% vs São Tomé and Príncipe average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Db7,316 ($325)
Couple, monthlyDb12,969 ($576)
Family of four, monthlyDb16,757 ($745)

Estimated Prices in São João dos Angolares

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantDb78.98 ($3.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeDb316 ($14.04)per meal
CappuccinoDb23.69 ($1.05)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Db1,790 ($79.56)per month
Monthly public transport passDb290 ($12.87)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentDb763 ($33.93)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Db221 ($9.83)per month
Fitness club membershipDb221 ($9.83)per month
Cinema ticketDb57.92 ($2.57)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreDb2,949 ($131)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreDb2,051 ($91.17)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreDb6,154 ($274)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in São João dos Angolares is Db5,063 ($225) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Db7,316 ($325) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Db9,511 ($423) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Db2,051 ($91)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

Compare São João dos Angolares

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Nearby Cities

Santana

17 km away · Cantagalo

Trindade

19 km away · Mé-Zóchi

São Tomé

24 km away · Água Grande

Guadalupe

26 km away · Lobata

Neves

27 km away · Lembá

Santo António

188 km away · Príncipe

Other Major Cities in São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé

Água Grande · pop. 65,468

Db10,853 ($482) / mo

Living in São João dos Angolares

São João dos Angolares is one of the key cities in São Tomé and Príncipe. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Db7,316 ($325), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Db2,051 ($91) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Db16,757 ($745) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Db12,969 ($576) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in São João dos Angolares is Db5,063 ($225). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Db9,511 ($423) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is São João dos Angolares expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Db7,316 ($325) per month in São João dos Angolares including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for São Tomé and Príncipe.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in São João dos Angolares?
A net salary of around Db9,511 ($423) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in São João dos Angolares with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in São João dos Angolares is Db5,063 ($225).
How much is rent in São João dos Angolares?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Db2,949 ($131) per month in the city centre and Db2,051 ($91) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Db6,154 ($274).
Is São João dos Angolares cheaper than São Tomé and Príncipe on average?
Yes — São João dos Angolares is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the São Tomé and Príncipe average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in São João dos Angolares?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Db1,790 ($80) in São João dos Angolares. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Db79 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Db24 ($1).
How do transport costs in São João dos Angolares compare?
A monthly public transport pass in São João dos Angolares is estimated at Db290 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for São João dos Angolares are estimates based on São Tomé and Príncipe national averages adjusted for city size (population 6,636). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.