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 5,524

$4.94 AOA 4,554

$8.09 AOA 7,462

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$48.78 AOA 45.0K

$33.67 AOA 31.0K

$151 AOA 139.4K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.99 AOA 7,365

$6.99 AOA 6,444

$8.84 AOA 8,148

Cappuccino

$3.72 AOA 3,430

$1.64 AOA 1,508

$7.15 AOA 6,597

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

$1.49 AOA 1,369

$1.18 AOA 1,090

$1.94 AOA 1,793

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.27 AOA 1,167

$1.02 AOA 941

$1.79 AOA 1,647

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.83 AOA 1,689

$1.01 AOA 933

$4.02 AOA 3,705

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.78 AOA 1,637

$1.01 AOA 930

$2.54 AOA 2,344

Milk (1 liter)

$1.89 AOA 1,746

$0.94 AOA 869

$3.66 AOA 3,376

White Bread (500g)

$1.15 AOA 1,062

$0.49 AOA 450

$1.75 AOA 1,610

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.38 AOA 1,269

$0.67 AOA 621

$3.52 AOA 3,250

Eggs

$2.13 AOA 1,965

$1.49 AOA 1,374

$3.24 AOA 2,984

Local Cheese (1kg)

$12.40 AOA 11.4K

$4.92 AOA 4,533

$26.36 AOA 24.3K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.34 AOA 3,999

$2.93 AOA 2,705

$10.62 AOA 9,792

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.91 AOA 8,217

$4.86 AOA 4,485

$14.09 AOA 13.0K

Apples (1kg)

$2.38 AOA 2,192

$1.08 AOA 992

$2.94 AOA 2,716

Banana (1kg)

$1.13 AOA 1,039

$0.57 AOA 529

$2.91 AOA 2,688

Oranges (1kg)

$3.09 AOA 2,853

$1.35 AOA 1,244

$5.07 AOA 4,677

Tomato (1kg)

$2.04 AOA 1,880

$0.97 AOA 895

$3.54 AOA 3,262

Potato (1kg)

$1.82 AOA 1,678

$0.51 AOA 469

$7.29 AOA 6,722

Onion (1kg)

$1.59 AOA 1,462

$0.85 AOA 787

$3.64 AOA 3,355

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.95 AOA 1,801

$0.58 AOA 534

$3.51 AOA 3,240

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.43 AOA 394

$0.27 AOA 251

$0.67 AOA 619

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.36 AOA 2,175

$2.19 AOA 2,020

$3.46 AOA 3,190

Wine (Bottle)

$7.40 AOA 6,827

$4.95 AOA 4,567

$10.21 AOA 9,411

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.57 AOA 522

$0.29 AOA 270

$1.17 AOA 1,081

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.26 AOA 1,166

$0.71 AOA 651

$1.65 AOA 1,519

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.36 AOA 332

$0.19 AOA 171

$1.14 AOA 1,053

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$33.54 AOA 30.9K

$33.05 AOA 30.5K

$37.49 AOA 34.6K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.16 AOA 1,069

$0.69 AOA 638

$1.17 AOA 1,078

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.89 AOA 824

$0.56 AOA 515

$1.22 AOA 1,124

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$5.88 AOA 5,419

$3.23 AOA 2,977

$7.87 AOA 7,262

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.36 AOA 329

$0.32 AOA 294

$0.41 AOA 374

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 27.1M

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

$94.3 AOA 87.0K

$44.17 AOA 40.7K

$151 AOA 139.4K

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

$20.47 AOA 18.9K

$12.29 AOA 11.3K

$24.24 AOA 22.3K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$131 AOA 121.1K

$80.9 AOA 74.6K

$207 AOA 191.3K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$42.91 AOA 39.6K

$23.28 AOA 21.5K

$110 AOA 101.9K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$14.57 AOA 13.4K

$8.90 AOA 8,205

$18.02 AOA 16.6K

Cinema Ticket

$4.37 AOA 4,034

$2.73 AOA 2,516

$6.77 AOA 6,245

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

$703 AOA 648.0K

$320 AOA 295.3K

$1,211 AOA 1.1M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$15.1K AOA 14.0M

$4,726 AOA 4.4M

$24.9K AOA 22.9M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$96.1 AOA 88.6K

$27.51 AOA 25.4K

$198 AOA 182.7K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$80.2 AOA 74.0K

$42.59 AOA 39.3K

$91.0 AOA 83.9K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$130 AOA 119.6K

$81.7 AOA 75.3K

$299 AOA 276.0K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$259 AOA 238.6K

$118 AOA 109.1K

$305 AOA 281.0K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$602 AOA 554.9K

$285 AOA 262.4K

$1,010 AOA 931.5K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$290 AOA 267.3K

$69.6 AOA 64.2K

$713 AOA 658.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,334 AOA 2.2M

$926 AOA 854.0K

$7,254 AOA 6.7M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,350 AOA 1.2M

$310 AOA 286.0K

$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 821.3K

$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.