Cape Town, South Africa, South Africa — cost of living
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Cape Town, South Africa

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About Cape Town, South Africa

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$543
Family of 4 / mo
$1,371
Avg salary (after tax)
$1,859

Cape Town is a beautiful city located in South Africa , known for its stunning landscapes and rich culture. One of the most famous landmarks is Table Mountain, which offers incredible views of the city and the ocean. Visitors can take a cable car to the top or hike up the mountain for a great adventure.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $99.27
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $61.97
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $42.15
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $111.68

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.43
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,684

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.14
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.43
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $3.06
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.88
  • CappuccinoUSD $2.29

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $11.46
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $45.83
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $4.96

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $8.77
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $1.88
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.8
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.83
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.75
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.4
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.34
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.27
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.17
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $6.11
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.83
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $5.83
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $8.85
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.44
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.67
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.31
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.29

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $240.88
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $852.55
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $591.47
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,758
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,208
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $166.76

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $51.38
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $11.04
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $7.64
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $263.63
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $6,128

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.48
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.53
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $22,919
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $3.36
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $38.19
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $28,342
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.53

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $60.4
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $107.32

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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