Cost of Living in Angola - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Angola
Address: AO

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $852 (excluding rent), and $1,260 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,938 (excluding rent), and $3,413 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$6.01 AOA 5,508

$4.96 AOA 4,542

$8.12 AOA 7,442

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$47.73 AOA 43.7K

$32.94 AOA 30.2K

$148 AOA 135.5K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.05 AOA 7,378

$7.05 AOA 6,455

$8.91 AOA 8,162

Cappuccino

$3.62 AOA 3,316

$1.59 AOA 1,458

$6.96 AOA 6,377

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.53 AOA 1,406

$1.22 AOA 1,119

$2.01 AOA 1,841

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.26 AOA 1,150

$1.01 AOA 928

$1.77 AOA 1,623

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.80 AOA 1,648

$0.99 AOA 911

$3.95 AOA 3,615

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.80 AOA 1,653

$1.03 AOA 939

$2.58 AOA 2,367

Milk (1 liter)

$2.00 AOA 1,828

$0.99 AOA 909

$3.86 AOA 3,534

White Bread (500g)

$1.21 AOA 1,107

$0.51 AOA 469

$1.83 AOA 1,679

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.43 AOA 1,312

$0.70 AOA 642

$3.67 AOA 3,358

Eggs

$2.21 AOA 2,025

$1.55 AOA 1,416

$3.36 AOA 3,075

Local Cheese (1kg)

$12.39 AOA 11.3K

$4.91 AOA 4,497

$26.32 AOA 24.1K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.28 AOA 3,918

$2.89 AOA 2,651

$10.48 AOA 9,595

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$9.19 AOA 8,421

$5.02 AOA 4,596

$14.54 AOA 13.3K

Apples (1kg)

$2.46 AOA 2,250

$1.11 AOA 1,019

$3.04 AOA 2,787

Banana (1kg)

$1.19 AOA 1,086

$0.60 AOA 552

$3.07 AOA 2,809

Oranges (1kg)

$3.03 AOA 2,772

$1.32 AOA 1,209

$4.96 AOA 4,544

Tomato (1kg)

$2.04 AOA 1,869

$0.97 AOA 890

$3.54 AOA 3,244

Potato (1kg)

$1.74 AOA 1,593

$0.49 AOA 445

$6.97 AOA 6,381

Onion (1kg)

$1.52 AOA 1,391

$0.82 AOA 749

$3.49 AOA 3,193

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.04 AOA 1,872

$0.61 AOA 555

$3.68 AOA 3,367

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.42 AOA 385

$0.27 AOA 245

$0.66 AOA 604

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.36 AOA 2,164

$2.19 AOA 2,009

$3.46 AOA 3,173

Wine (Bottle)

$7.34 AOA 6,719

$4.91 AOA 4,494

$10.11 AOA 9,262

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.60 AOA 551

$0.31 AOA 285

$1.24 AOA 1,139

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.28 AOA 1,171

$0.71 AOA 654

$1.67 AOA 1,525

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.34 AOA 309

$0.17 AOA 159

$1.07 AOA 981

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$32.82 AOA 30.1K

$32.35 AOA 29.6K

$36.69 AOA 33.6K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.22 AOA 1,114

$0.73 AOA 665

$1.23 AOA 1,123

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.90 AOA 828

$0.57 AOA 518

$1.23 AOA 1,130

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$6.09 AOA 5,580

$3.35 AOA 3,066

$8.16 AOA 7,478

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.39 AOA 355

$0.35 AOA 316

$0.44 AOA 403

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$20.0K AOA 18.4M

$18.1K AOA 16.5M

$22.0K AOA 20.2M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$28.4K AOA 26.0M

$23.3K AOA 21.4M

$29.9K AOA 27.4M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$97.9 AOA 89.7K

$45.85 AOA 42.0K

$157 AOA 143.7K

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$20.43 AOA 18.7K

$12.26 AOA 11.2K

$24.19 AOA 22.2K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$132 AOA 120.5K

$81.0 AOA 74.2K

$208 AOA 190.4K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$42.83 AOA 39.2K

$23.24 AOA 21.3K

$110 AOA 101.0K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$14.69 AOA 13.5K

$8.98 AOA 8,221

$18.17 AOA 16.6K

Cinema Ticket

$4.44 AOA 4,069

$2.77 AOA 2,537

$6.88 AOA 6,298

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$689 AOA 631.5K

$314 AOA 287.7K

$1,188 AOA 1.1M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$14.7K AOA 13.4M

$4,585 AOA 4.2M

$24.1K AOA 22.1M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$99.4 AOA 91.1K

$28.46 AOA 26.1K

$205 AOA 187.7K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$80.3 AOA 73.5K

$42.62 AOA 39.0K

$91.1 AOA 83.4K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$130 AOA 119.5K

$82.2 AOA 75.3K

$301 AOA 275.7K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$258 AOA 236.0K

$118 AOA 107.9K

$303 AOA 278.0K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$602 AOA 551.4K

$285 AOA 260.7K

$1,011 AOA 925.7K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$290 AOA 266.0K

$69.7 AOA 63.9K

$715 AOA 654.8K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,390 AOA 2.2M

$949 AOA 868.8K

$7,430 AOA 6.8M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,348 AOA 1.2M

$310 AOA 283.6K

$2,721 AOA 2.5M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$9,374 AOA 8.6M

$4,414 AOA 4.0M

$23.6K AOA 21.6M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,858 AOA 1.7M

$885 AOA 810.7K

$2,830 AOA 2.6M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,638 AOA 3.3M

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 11, 2026

By City in Angola

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Benguela	513000						17.06	13.4
2	Cabinda	377931		$69.9	$72.7	$151	$2,857	83.36	4.88
3	Caconda	186098						-	-
4	Caluquembe	229509						-	-
5	Huambo	728000						73.67	7.46
6	Luanda	2600000	63	$850	$1,235	$1,964	$3,359	63.88	22.39
7	N'dalatando	-						107.15	1.76

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Cost of Living in Angola - Frequently Asked Questions

Angola offers pockets of value, especially outside Luanda and in smaller towns. In general, imported goods and stylish housing cost more in the capital, while local markets, street food, and public services can be more affordable if you shop and dine like a local. Expat packages and contract arrangements often shape budgets, making longer stays workable for some travelers and remote workers. The Cost of Living in Angola varies by location and lifestyle: you can dial up comfort in a city center or trim expenses by choosing quieter areas, shared housing, and flexible work arrangements. Tip: Start with a short-term stay to test neighborhoods and refine your budgeting.

Daily life centers on a mix of central apartments and quieter suburbs. Use local agents, short-term rentals, and neighborhood visits to gauge options in Alvalade, Maianga, and Talatona. Food choices range from budget markets and street vendors to mid-range cafes with predictable menus. For transport, taxis and ride-hailing apps are common, while car sharing or a personal vehicle is convenient for exploring beyond the capital. Errands follow the rhythm of urban life in larger towns, with longer trips possible to reach rural markets. Angola living cost varies by area, so pattern your shopping and housing search accordingly. Tip: Build a two-week test plan to compare neighborhoods and food options.

Quality of life comes from finding a pace that fits your work and social life. A simple budgeting framework helps: reserve housing and utilities as fixed costs, then allocate flexible funds for food, transport, and activities. The dry season is a popular time for outdoor life, while the rainy period may slow trips to markets or beaches; plan accordingly. Look for neighborhoods that offer reliable internet, safety, and easy access to coworking spaces, cafés, and fresh markets. Your best fit might blend urban amenities with quieter residential pockets. Tip: Build a flexible routine that adapts to travel, work commitments, and seasonal opportunities.