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 5,472

$4.94 AOA 4,512

$8.09 AOA 7,392

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$48.78 AOA 44.6K

$33.67 AOA 30.8K

$151 AOA 138.1K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.99 AOA 7,296

$6.99 AOA 6,384

$8.84 AOA 8,071

Cappuccino

$3.72 AOA 3,398

$1.64 AOA 1,494

$7.15 AOA 6,535

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

$1.49 AOA 1,357

$1.18 AOA 1,080

$1.94 AOA 1,776

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.27 AOA 1,156

$1.02 AOA 933

$1.79 AOA 1,632

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.83 AOA 1,673

$1.01 AOA 924

$4.02 AOA 3,670

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.78 AOA 1,622

$1.01 AOA 922

$2.54 AOA 2,323

Milk (1 liter)

$1.89 AOA 1,730

$0.94 AOA 861

$3.66 AOA 3,345

White Bread (500g)

$1.15 AOA 1,052

$0.49 AOA 446

$1.75 AOA 1,595

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.38 AOA 1,258

$0.67 AOA 615

$3.52 AOA 3,220

Eggs

$2.13 AOA 1,947

$1.49 AOA 1,361

$3.24 AOA 2,956

Local Cheese (1kg)

$12.40 AOA 11.3K

$4.92 AOA 4,491

$26.36 AOA 24.1K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.34 AOA 3,961

$2.93 AOA 2,680

$10.62 AOA 9,700

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$8.91 AOA 8,141

$4.86 AOA 4,443

$14.09 AOA 12.9K

Apples (1kg)

$2.38 AOA 2,172

$1.08 AOA 983

$2.94 AOA 2,690

Banana (1kg)

$1.13 AOA 1,029

$0.57 AOA 524

$2.91 AOA 2,662

Oranges (1kg)

$3.09 AOA 2,826

$1.35 AOA 1,232

$5.07 AOA 4,633

Tomato (1kg)

$2.04 AOA 1,862

$0.97 AOA 886

$3.54 AOA 3,232

Potato (1kg)

$1.82 AOA 1,663

$0.51 AOA 464

$7.29 AOA 6,659

Onion (1kg)

$1.59 AOA 1,448

$0.85 AOA 780

$3.64 AOA 3,323

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.95 AOA 1,784

$0.58 AOA 529

$3.51 AOA 3,209

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.43 AOA 391

$0.27 AOA 249

$0.67 AOA 613

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.36 AOA 2,155

$2.19 AOA 2,001

$3.46 AOA 3,160

Wine (Bottle)

$7.40 AOA 6,763

$4.95 AOA 4,524

$10.21 AOA 9,323

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.57 AOA 517

$0.29 AOA 268

$1.17 AOA 1,070

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.26 AOA 1,155

$0.71 AOA 645

$1.65 AOA 1,505

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.36 AOA 329

$0.19 AOA 169

$1.14 AOA 1,043

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$33.54 AOA 30.6K

$33.05 AOA 30.2K

$37.49 AOA 34.3K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.16 AOA 1,059

$0.69 AOA 632

$1.17 AOA 1,068

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.89 AOA 817

$0.56 AOA 510

$1.22 AOA 1,114

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$5.88 AOA 5,368

$3.23 AOA 2,949

$7.87 AOA 7,194

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.36 AOA 326

$0.32 AOA 291

$0.41 AOA 370

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

$19.7K AOA 18.0M

$17.8K AOA 16.3M

$21.7K AOA 19.8M

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

$27.8K AOA 25.4M

$22.9K AOA 20.9M

$29.3K AOA 26.8M

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

$94.3 AOA 86.2K

$44.17 AOA 40.4K

$151 AOA 138.1K

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

$20.47 AOA 18.7K

$12.29 AOA 11.2K

$24.24 AOA 22.1K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$131 AOA 120.0K

$80.9 AOA 73.9K

$207 AOA 189.5K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$42.91 AOA 39.2K

$23.28 AOA 21.3K

$110 AOA 100.9K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$14.57 AOA 13.3K

$8.90 AOA 8,129

$18.02 AOA 16.5K

Cinema Ticket

$4.37 AOA 3,997

$2.73 AOA 2,492

$6.77 AOA 6,186

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

$703 AOA 642.0K

$320 AOA 292.5K

$1,211 AOA 1.1M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$15.1K AOA 13.8M

$4,726 AOA 4.3M

$24.9K AOA 22.7M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$96.1 AOA 87.8K

$27.51 AOA 25.1K

$198 AOA 181.0K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$80.2 AOA 73.3K

$42.59 AOA 38.9K

$91.0 AOA 83.1K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$130 AOA 118.5K

$81.7 AOA 74.6K

$299 AOA 273.4K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$259 AOA 236.4K

$118 AOA 108.1K

$305 AOA 278.4K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$602 AOA 549.7K

$285 AOA 259.9K

$1,010 AOA 922.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$290 AOA 264.8K

$69.6 AOA 63.6K

$713 AOA 651.8K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,334 AOA 2.1M

$926 AOA 846.0K

$7,254 AOA 6.6M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,350 AOA 1.2M

$310 AOA 283.3K

$2,725 AOA 2.5M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$9,621 AOA 8.8M

$4,531 AOA 4.1M

$24.2K AOA 22.1M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,869 AOA 1.7M

$891 AOA 813.6K

$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.