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 5,507

$4.94 AOA 4,541

$8.09 AOA 7,440

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$48.78 AOA 44.8K

$33.67 AOA 31.0K

$151 AOA 139.0K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.99 AOA 7,343

$6.99 AOA 6,425

$8.84 AOA 8,123

Cappuccino

$3.72 AOA 3,420

$1.64 AOA 1,503

$7.15 AOA 6,577

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

$1.49 AOA 1,365

$1.18 AOA 1,087

$1.94 AOA 1,788

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.27 AOA 1,164

$1.02 AOA 939

$1.79 AOA 1,642

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.83 AOA 1,684

$1.01 AOA 930

$4.02 AOA 3,694

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.78 AOA 1,633

$1.01 AOA 928

$2.54 AOA 2,338

Milk (1 liter)

$1.89 AOA 1,741

$0.94 AOA 866

$3.66 AOA 3,366

White Bread (500g)

$1.15 AOA 1,058

$0.49 AOA 448

$1.75 AOA 1,606

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.38 AOA 1,266

$0.67 AOA 619

$3.52 AOA 3,241

Eggs

$2.13 AOA 1,959

$1.49 AOA 1,370

$3.24 AOA 2,975

Local Cheese (1kg)

$12.40 AOA 11.4K

$4.92 AOA 4,520

$26.36 AOA 24.2K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.34 AOA 3,987

$2.93 AOA 2,697

$10.62 AOA 9,762

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.91 AOA 8,193

$4.86 AOA 4,471

$14.09 AOA 13.0K

Apples (1kg)

$2.38 AOA 2,186

$1.08 AOA 989

$2.94 AOA 2,707

Banana (1kg)

$1.13 AOA 1,036

$0.57 AOA 527

$2.91 AOA 2,680

Oranges (1kg)

$3.09 AOA 2,845

$1.35 AOA 1,240

$5.07 AOA 4,663

Tomato (1kg)

$2.04 AOA 1,874

$0.97 AOA 892

$3.54 AOA 3,252

Potato (1kg)

$1.82 AOA 1,673

$0.51 AOA 467

$7.29 AOA 6,702

Onion (1kg)

$1.59 AOA 1,457

$0.85 AOA 785

$3.64 AOA 3,345

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.95 AOA 1,796

$0.58 AOA 532

$3.51 AOA 3,230

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.43 AOA 393

$0.27 AOA 250

$0.67 AOA 617

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.36 AOA 2,169

$2.19 AOA 2,014

$3.46 AOA 3,181

Wine (Bottle)

$7.40 AOA 6,806

$4.95 AOA 4,553

$10.21 AOA 9,383

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.57 AOA 521

$0.29 AOA 269

$1.17 AOA 1,077

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.26 AOA 1,163

$0.71 AOA 649

$1.65 AOA 1,514

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.36 AOA 331

$0.19 AOA 170

$1.14 AOA 1,050

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$33.54 AOA 30.8K

$33.05 AOA 30.4K

$37.49 AOA 34.5K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.16 AOA 1,066

$0.69 AOA 636

$1.17 AOA 1,075

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.89 AOA 822

$0.56 AOA 514

$1.22 AOA 1,121

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$5.88 AOA 5,403

$3.23 AOA 2,968

$7.87 AOA 7,240

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.36 AOA 328

$0.32 AOA 293

$0.41 AOA 373

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

$19.7K AOA 18.1M

$17.8K AOA 16.4M

$21.7K AOA 19.9M

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

$27.8K AOA 25.6M

$22.9K AOA 21.0M

$29.3K AOA 27.0M

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

$94.3 AOA 86.7K

$44.17 AOA 40.6K

$151 AOA 139.0K

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 120.7K

$80.9 AOA 74.3K

$207 AOA 190.7K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$42.91 AOA 39.4K

$23.28 AOA 21.4K

$110 AOA 101.6K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$14.57 AOA 13.4K

$8.90 AOA 8,181

$18.02 AOA 16.6K

Cinema Ticket

$4.37 AOA 4,022

$2.73 AOA 2,508

$6.77 AOA 6,226

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

$703 AOA 646.1K

$320 AOA 294.4K

$1,211 AOA 1.1M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$15.1K AOA 13.9M

$4,726 AOA 4.3M

$24.9K AOA 22.8M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$96.1 AOA 88.4K

$27.51 AOA 25.3K

$198 AOA 182.1K

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 119.2K

$81.7 AOA 75.1K

$299 AOA 275.2K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$259 AOA 237.9K

$118 AOA 108.8K

$305 AOA 280.2K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$602 AOA 553.3K

$285 AOA 261.6K

$1,010 AOA 928.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$290 AOA 266.5K

$69.6 AOA 64.0K

$713 AOA 656.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,334 AOA 2.1M

$926 AOA 851.4K

$7,254 AOA 6.7M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,350 AOA 1.2M

$310 AOA 285.1K

$2,725 AOA 2.5M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$9,621 AOA 8.8M

$4,531 AOA 4.2M

$24.2K AOA 22.2M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,869 AOA 1.7M

$891 AOA 818.9K

$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

Angola Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

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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.