Cost of Living in Angola - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Angola
Address: AO

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $865 (excluding rent), and $1,228 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,981 (excluding rent), and $3,462 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$5.81 AOA 5,352

$4.79 AOA 4,413

$7.85 AOA 7,230

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$47.52 AOA 43.8K

$32.80 AOA 30.2K

$147 AOA 135.6K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.95 AOA 7,323

$6.96 AOA 6,407

$8.80 AOA 8,101

Cappuccino

$3.62 AOA 3,331

$1.59 AOA 1,464

$6.96 AOA 6,405

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

$1.49 AOA 1,373

$1.19 AOA 1,093

$1.95 AOA 1,798

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.28 AOA 1,175

$1.03 AOA 948

$1.80 AOA 1,659

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.79 AOA 1,646

$0.99 AOA 909

$3.92 AOA 3,610

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.71 AOA 1,577

$0.97 AOA 896

$2.45 AOA 2,258

Milk (1 liter)

$1.91 AOA 1,759

$0.95 AOA 875

$3.69 AOA 3,400

White Bread (500g)

$1.21 AOA 1,117

$0.51 AOA 473

$1.84 AOA 1,694

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.39 AOA 1,277

$0.68 AOA 625

$3.55 AOA 3,270

Eggs

$2.14 AOA 1,975

$1.50 AOA 1,380

$3.26 AOA 2,998

Local Cheese (1kg)

$12.44 AOA 11.5K

$4.93 AOA 4,541

$26.43 AOA 24.3K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.48 AOA 4,130

$3.03 AOA 2,794

$10.98 AOA 10.1K

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.88 AOA 8,177

$4.85 AOA 4,462

$14.04 AOA 12.9K

Apples (1kg)

$2.39 AOA 2,203

$1.08 AOA 997

$2.96 AOA 2,728

Banana (1kg)

$1.13 AOA 1,038

$0.57 AOA 528

$2.91 AOA 2,684

Oranges (1kg)

$2.96 AOA 2,729

$1.29 AOA 1,190

$4.86 AOA 4,475

Tomato (1kg)

$2.14 AOA 1,969

$1.02 AOA 937

$3.71 AOA 3,418

Potato (1kg)

$1.84 AOA 1,692

$0.51 AOA 473

$7.36 AOA 6,776

Onion (1kg)

$1.60 AOA 1,475

$0.86 AOA 794

$3.68 AOA 3,385

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.03 AOA 1,873

$0.60 AOA 555

$3.66 AOA 3,369

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.46 AOA 420

$0.29 AOA 267

$0.71 AOA 658

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.35 AOA 2,166

$2.18 AOA 2,011

$3.45 AOA 3,176

Wine (Bottle)

$7.22 AOA 6,651

$4.83 AOA 4,449

$9.96 AOA 9,168

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.55 AOA 510

$0.29 AOA 264

$1.15 AOA 1,055

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.31 AOA 1,205

$0.73 AOA 673

$1.70 AOA 1,570

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.34 AOA 312

$0.17 AOA 161

$1.08 AOA 991

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$32.79 AOA 30.2K

$32.32 AOA 29.8K

$36.66 AOA 33.8K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.22 AOA 1,127

$0.73 AOA 672

$1.23 AOA 1,136

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.84 AOA 775

$0.53 AOA 485

$1.15 AOA 1,057

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$6.09 AOA 5,613

$3.35 AOA 3,084

$8.17 AOA 7,521

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.38 AOA 351

$0.34 AOA 313

$0.43 AOA 398

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

$20.1K AOA 18.5M

$18.1K AOA 16.7M

$22.1K AOA 20.3M

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

$28.0K AOA 25.8M

$23.1K AOA 21.2M

$29.6K AOA 27.2M

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

$95.2 AOA 87.6K

$44.56 AOA 41.0K

$152 AOA 140.4K

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

$20.28 AOA 18.7K

$12.17 AOA 11.2K

$24.01 AOA 22.1K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$131 AOA 120.7K

$80.7 AOA 74.4K

$207 AOA 190.8K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$42.80 AOA 39.4K

$23.23 AOA 21.4K

$110 AOA 101.5K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$14.27 AOA 13.1K

$8.71 AOA 8,025

$17.64 AOA 16.2K

Cinema Ticket

$4.38 AOA 4,035

$2.73 AOA 2,516

$6.78 AOA 6,245

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

$694 AOA 639.5K

$316 AOA 291.4K

$1,196 AOA 1.1M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$14.7K AOA 13.5M

$4,577 AOA 4.2M

$24.1K AOA 22.2M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$97.2 AOA 89.5K

$27.82 AOA 25.6K

$200 AOA 184.5K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$79.0 AOA 72.7K

$41.92 AOA 38.6K

$89.6 AOA 82.5K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$129 AOA 118.5K

$81.1 AOA 74.6K

$297 AOA 273.4K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$251 AOA 231.6K

$115 AOA 105.9K

$296 AOA 272.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$603 AOA 555.1K

$285 AOA 262.4K

$1,012 AOA 931.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$286 AOA 263.8K

$68.8 AOA 63.3K

$705 AOA 649.3K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,357 AOA 2.2M

$935 AOA 861.3K

$7,326 AOA 6.7M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,349 AOA 1.2M

$310 AOA 285.4K

$2,723 AOA 2.5M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$9,731 AOA 9.0M

$4,582 AOA 4.2M

$24.5K AOA 22.5M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,839 AOA 1.7M

$876 AOA 807.0K

$2,802 AOA 2.6M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,476 AOA 3.2M

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

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

Last update: March 3, 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		$61.8	$73.1	$168	$2,898	83.36	4.88
3	Caconda	186098						-	-
4	Caluquembe	229509						-	-
5	Huambo	728000						73.67	7.46
6	Luanda	2600000	63	$875	$1,255	$2,007	$3,408	63.88	22.39
7	N'dalatando	-						107.15	1.76

Angola Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

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.