Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe · Population 2,150,000 · National capital
▲ +25% vs Zimbabwe average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.46 | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $21.84 | per meal |
| Cappuccino | $1.64 | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $124 | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | $20.02 | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $52.78 | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $15.29 | per month |
| Fitness club membership | $15.29 | per month |
| Cinema ticket | $4.00 | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $239 | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $167 | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $500 | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Harare is $325 per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $531 with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $690 per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($167) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.
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$400 / moHarare is the capital and one of the key cities in Zimbabwe. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $531, placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $167 per month.
For families, the estimated budget rises to $1,233 per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $948 monthly.
The average estimated net salary in Harare is $325. To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $690 per month.