Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, South Africa — cost of living
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Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

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Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

About Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$664
Family of 4 / mo
$1,676
Avg salary (after tax)
$1,118

Vanderbijlpark is a lovely town in South Africa , located near the Vaal River. It was established in the 1940s as a planned city and is known for its beautiful parks and green spaces. The town is also famous for its steel production, as it has large factories that help make steel for the country.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Vanderbijlpark· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $42.02
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $152.79
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $210.1
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $68.76

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.49
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,012

Food - Beverages

  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.53
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $1.91
  • CappuccinoUSD $2.68
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.25
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.94

Food - Dining

  • Fast Food ComboUSD $8.79
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $51.56
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $14.13

Food - Grocery

  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.49
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.64
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.83
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.29
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.87
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.77
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.26
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.74
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $9.52
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.14
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $14.49
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.66
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.72
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.66
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $3.82
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $2.47
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.91

Housing

  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $343.78
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $802.17
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $84.45
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $420.18
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $802.17

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $24.82
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $26.74
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $12.22
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $217.73
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $1,146

Transportation

  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $7.64
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $27,350
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $19.1
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.36
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $3.83
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $61.12

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $76.4
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $114.59

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