Cost of Living in Angola - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Angola
Address: AO

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $835 (excluding rent), and $1,244 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,959 (excluding rent), and $3,448 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$5.99 AOA 5,513

$4.94 AOA 4,545

$8.09 AOA 7,447

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$48.78 AOA 44.9K

$33.67 AOA 31.0K

$151 AOA 139.1K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.99 AOA 7,350

$6.99 AOA 6,432

$8.84 AOA 8,131

Cappuccino

$3.72 AOA 3,423

$1.64 AOA 1,505

$7.15 AOA 6,584

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

$1.49 AOA 1,367

$1.18 AOA 1,088

$1.94 AOA 1,789

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.27 AOA 1,165

$1.02 AOA 940

$1.79 AOA 1,644

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.83 AOA 1,686

$1.01 AOA 931

$4.02 AOA 3,697

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.78 AOA 1,634

$1.01 AOA 929

$2.54 AOA 2,340

Milk (1 liter)

$1.89 AOA 1,743

$0.94 AOA 867

$3.66 AOA 3,370

White Bread (500g)

$1.15 AOA 1,059

$0.49 AOA 449

$1.75 AOA 1,607

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.38 AOA 1,267

$0.67 AOA 620

$3.52 AOA 3,244

Eggs

$2.13 AOA 1,961

$1.49 AOA 1,371

$3.24 AOA 2,978

Local Cheese (1kg)

$12.40 AOA 11.4K

$4.92 AOA 4,524

$26.36 AOA 24.3K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.34 AOA 3,991

$2.93 AOA 2,700

$10.62 AOA 9,772

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.91 AOA 8,201

$4.86 AOA 4,476

$14.09 AOA 13.0K

Apples (1kg)

$2.38 AOA 2,188

$1.08 AOA 990

$2.94 AOA 2,710

Banana (1kg)

$1.13 AOA 1,037

$0.57 AOA 528

$2.91 AOA 2,682

Oranges (1kg)

$3.09 AOA 2,847

$1.35 AOA 1,242

$5.07 AOA 4,668

Tomato (1kg)

$2.04 AOA 1,876

$0.97 AOA 893

$3.54 AOA 3,256

Potato (1kg)

$1.82 AOA 1,675

$0.51 AOA 468

$7.29 AOA 6,709

Onion (1kg)

$1.59 AOA 1,459

$0.85 AOA 786

$3.64 AOA 3,348

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.95 AOA 1,797

$0.58 AOA 533

$3.51 AOA 3,233

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.43 AOA 394

$0.27 AOA 251

$0.67 AOA 617

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.36 AOA 2,171

$2.19 AOA 2,016

$3.46 AOA 3,184

Wine (Bottle)

$7.40 AOA 6,813

$4.95 AOA 4,558

$10.21 AOA 9,392

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.57 AOA 521

$0.29 AOA 270

$1.17 AOA 1,078

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.26 AOA 1,164

$0.71 AOA 650

$1.65 AOA 1,516

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.36 AOA 331

$0.19 AOA 170

$1.14 AOA 1,051

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$33.54 AOA 30.9K

$33.05 AOA 30.4K

$37.49 AOA 34.5K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.16 AOA 1,067

$0.69 AOA 636

$1.17 AOA 1,076

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.89 AOA 823

$0.56 AOA 514

$1.22 AOA 1,122

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$5.88 AOA 5,408

$3.23 AOA 2,971

$7.87 AOA 7,247

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.36 AOA 329

$0.32 AOA 293

$0.41 AOA 373

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

$19.7K AOA 18.2M

$17.8K AOA 16.4M

$21.7K AOA 20.0M

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

$27.8K AOA 25.6M

$22.9K AOA 21.1M

$29.3K AOA 27.0M

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

$94.3 AOA 86.8K

$44.17 AOA 40.7K

$151 AOA 139.1K

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

$20.47 AOA 18.8K

$12.29 AOA 11.3K

$24.24 AOA 22.3K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$131 AOA 120.8K

$80.9 AOA 74.4K

$207 AOA 190.9K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$42.91 AOA 39.5K

$23.28 AOA 21.4K

$110 AOA 101.7K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$14.57 AOA 13.4K

$8.90 AOA 8,189

$18.02 AOA 16.6K

Cinema Ticket

$4.37 AOA 4,026

$2.73 AOA 2,511

$6.77 AOA 6,232

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

$703 AOA 646.7K

$320 AOA 294.7K

$1,211 AOA 1.1M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$15.1K AOA 13.9M

$4,726 AOA 4.3M

$24.9K AOA 22.9M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$96.1 AOA 88.5K

$27.51 AOA 25.3K

$198 AOA 182.3K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$80.2 AOA 73.8K

$42.59 AOA 39.2K

$91.0 AOA 83.7K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$130 AOA 119.4K

$81.7 AOA 75.2K

$299 AOA 275.5K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$259 AOA 238.2K

$118 AOA 108.9K

$305 AOA 280.5K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$602 AOA 553.8K

$285 AOA 261.8K

$1,010 AOA 929.7K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$290 AOA 266.8K

$69.6 AOA 64.0K

$713 AOA 656.7K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,334 AOA 2.1M

$926 AOA 852.3K

$7,254 AOA 6.7M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,350 AOA 1.2M

$310 AOA 285.4K

$2,725 AOA 2.5M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$9,621 AOA 8.9M

$4,531 AOA 4.2M

$24.2K AOA 22.3M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,869 AOA 1.7M

$891 AOA 819.7K

$2,847 AOA 2.6M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,601 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 20, 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		$63.7	$73.5	$135	$2,824	83.36	4.88
3	Caconda	186098						-	-
4	Caluquembe	229509						-	-
5	Huambo	728000						73.67	7.46
6	Luanda	2600000	63	$862	$1,250	$1,983	$3,439	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.