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Cost of Living in Angola

160 cities covered · Currency: AOA (Kz) · Capital: Luanda

Single person, monthlyKz505,722 ($550)
Couple, monthlyKz910,633 ($990)
Family of four, monthlyKz1,190,239 ($1,294)
Average net salaryKz390,080 ($424)

Average Prices in Angola

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantKz4,974 ($5.41)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeKz19,894 ($21.62)per meal
CappuccinoKz1,492 ($1.62)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Kz112,733 ($123)per month
Monthly public transport passKz18,236 ($19.82)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentKz48,077 ($52.26)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Kz13,926 ($15.14)per month
Fitness club membershipKz13,926 ($15.14)per month
Cinema ticketKz3,647 ($3.96)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreKz250,346 ($272)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreKz174,154 ($189)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreKz522,461 ($568)per month

Major Cities in Angola

Luanda

Luanda · pop. 9,051,000

Lubango

Huíla · pop. 903,564

Huambo

Huambo · pop. 836,293

Cabinda

Cabinda · pop. 739,182

Malanje

Malanje · pop. 604,215

Uíge

Uíge · pop. 599,000

Benguela

Benguela · pop. 512,886

Cuito

Bié · pop. 512,706

Lobito

Benguela · pop. 436,467

Saurimo

Lunda-Sul · pop. 393,000

Menongue

Cuando Cubango · pop. 382,635

Belas

Luanda · pop. 381,861

Luena

Moxico · pop. 357,413

Vila Teixeira da Silva

Huambo · pop. 294,494

Talatona

Luanda · pop. 292,919

Sumbe

Cuanza-Sul · pop. 279,968

Caála

Huambo · pop. 279,792

Gabela

Cuanza-Sul · pop. 271,843

Andulo

Bié · pop. 258,161

Moçâmedes

Namibe · pop. 255,000

Uacu Cungo

Cuanza-Sul · pop. 225,520

Soio

Zaire · pop. 200,920

Tchitato

Lunda-Norte · pop. 195,136

Mbanza Kongo

Zaire · pop. 180,329

Cheapest Cities in Angola

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City Comparisons in Angola

Luanda vs Lubango

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Angola

Luanda vs Huambo

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Angola

Lubango vs Cabinda

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Angola

Huambo vs Cabinda

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Angola

Cost of Living by City Size in Angola

Living costs in Angola vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of Kz505,722 ($550) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.

Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of living in Angola?
The estimated average monthly cost for a single person in Angola is Kz505,722 ($550), including rent outside the city centre. A family of four needs roughly Kz1,190,239 ($1,294) per month.
Which city has the lowest cost of living in Angola?
Cuito Cuanavale ranks among the most affordable cities in Angola with a low cost-of-living multiplier.
What is the average salary in Angola?
The estimated average net salary in Angola is Kz390,080 ($424) per month. Actual salaries vary significantly by profession, experience and city.
All figures are planning estimates for Angola derived from national baselines. Individual city pages adjust these figures for city size. Methodology.