Last update: Oct 2026 2.5M

Cost of Living in Namibia

Name: Namibia
Address: NA

Across Namibia, living costs for one person average $1,150 a month, including rent and utilities, which take more than a third of the total. Other living expenses average about $22 a day.

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Monthly Cost of Living

How much you'll spend in Namibia

Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Namibia actually costs, broken down by who's living it.

Average monthly costs for a single person come to about $1,150 including rent across Namibia.

$1,150 /mo

Estimated average monthly cost for a couple: $1,873 including rent across Namibia.

$1,873 /mo

Average monthly costs for a family of three come to about $2,596 including rent across Namibia.

$2,596 /mo

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$8.91 NAD 147

$4.75 NAD 78.3

$17.83 NAD 294

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$36.26 NAD 597

$25.38 NAD 418

$73.1 NAD 1,205

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.17 NAD 102

$4.93 NAD 81.3

$7.40 NAD 122

Cappuccino

$2.11 NAD 34.69

$1.19 NAD 19.69

$2.98 NAD 49.05

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

$0.83 NAD 13.72

$0.68 NAD 11.21

$1.24 NAD 20.41

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.78 NAD 12.84

$0.58 NAD 9.55

$1.44 NAD 23.80

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.48 NAD 24.31

$0.92 NAD 15.19

$2.66 NAD 43.83

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.97 NAD 32.42

$1.39 NAD 22.92

$3.02 NAD 49.77

Milk (1 liter)

$1.60 NAD 26.33

$1.19 NAD 19.59

$2.67 NAD 44.00

White Bread (500g)

$0.89 NAD 14.73

$0.82 NAD 13.47

$1.17 NAD 19.33

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.17 NAD 35.73

$1.36 NAD 22.48

$4.65 NAD 76.7

Eggs

$2.93 NAD 48.28

$1.86 NAD 30.68

$5.94 NAD 97.9

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.39 NAD 155

$4.38 NAD 72.2

$18.78 NAD 309

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$6.85 NAD 113

$2.16 NAD 35.58

$8.95 NAD 147

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$7.65 NAD 126

$4.57 NAD 75.2

$14.17 NAD 233

Apples (1kg)

$2.35 NAD 38.76

$1.54 NAD 25.40

$3.82 NAD 63.0

Banana (1kg)

$2.03 NAD 33.39

$1.60 NAD 26.38

$2.47 NAD 40.74

Oranges (1kg)

$1.81 NAD 29.77

$1.20 NAD 19.84

$3.00 NAD 49.45

Tomato (1kg)

$1.99 NAD 32.74

$1.20 NAD 19.77

$3.30 NAD 54.3

Potato (1kg)

$2.31 NAD 37.99

$0.63 NAD 10.35

$3.76 NAD 61.9

Onion (1kg)

$1.89 NAD 31.16

$1.05 NAD 17.33

$3.07 NAD 50.7

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.91 NAD 31.47

$0.73 NAD 11.96

$2.73 NAD 44.91

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.08 NAD 17.86

$0.72 NAD 11.85

$1.68 NAD 27.60

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.26 NAD 53.7

$2.63 NAD 43.34

$4.32 NAD 71.1

Wine (Bottle)

$6.63 NAD 109

$3.01 NAD 49.59

$11.45 NAD 189

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.41 NAD 23.15

$0.84 NAD 13.86

$2.29 NAD 37.67

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.45 NAD 23.88

$0.92 NAD 15.19

$2.16 NAD 35.56

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.82 NAD 13.56

$0.70 NAD 11.50

$0.95 NAD 15.62

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$48.73 NAD 803

$39.72 NAD 654

$56.6 NAD 933

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.86 NAD 14.22

$0.80 NAD 13.22

$1.60 NAD 26.43

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.87 NAD 14.37

$0.76 NAD 12.48

$1.46 NAD 24.01

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$15.80 NAD 260

$7.29 NAD 120

$18.23 NAD 300

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.42 NAD 23.34

$1.27 NAD 20.97

$1.57 NAD 25.87

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

$24.7K NAD 407.0K

$24.3K NAD 400.0K

$24.7K NAD 407.0K

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

$32.6K NAD 536.6K

$24.7K NAD 406.2K

$36.4K NAD 599.1K

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

$127 NAD 2,100

$59.9 NAD 987

$180 NAD 2,963

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

$26.63 NAD 439

$15.24 NAD 251

$36.58 NAD 603

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$51.2 NAD 843

$33.54 NAD 553

$91.5 NAD 1,507

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$39.64 NAD 653

$30.49 NAD 502

$45.73 NAD 754

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$10.60 NAD 175

$3.03 NAD 49.85

$18.19 NAD 300

Cinema Ticket

$5.50 NAD 90.7

$4.89 NAD 80.6

$9.17 NAD 151

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

$215 NAD 3,541

$74.4 NAD 1,226

$310 NAD 5,107

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,348 NAD 88.1K

$4,222 NAD 69.6K

$6,514 NAD 107.3K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$56.0 NAD 922

$41.98 NAD 692

$78.0 NAD 1,285

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$34.68 NAD 571

$12.04 NAD 198

$60.2 NAD 992

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$89.0 NAD 1,466

$71.8 NAD 1,182

$149 NAD 2,463

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$93.9 NAD 1,548

$61.3 NAD 1,009

$123 NAD 2,019

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$495 NAD 8,153

$362 NAD 5,962

$905 NAD 14.9K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$355 NAD 5,841

$242 NAD 3,993

$666 NAD 11.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,190 NAD 19.6K

$857 NAD 14.1K

$2,128 NAD 35.1K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$886 NAD 14.6K

$553 NAD 9,115

$1,229 NAD 20.3K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,590 NAD 26.2K

$898 NAD 14.8K

$2,394 NAD 39.4K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$613 NAD 10.1K

$231 NAD 3,805

$1,216 NAD 20.0K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$992 NAD 16.4K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

11.42

12.25

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

Last update: October 19, 2026

Monthly budget structure

Share of the monthly basket for one person, rent included.

Namibia $1,150

Accommodation & Living

$355 30.8%

Groceries & Markets

$226 19.7%

Monthly Utilities & Internet

$205 17.9%

Eating Out

$133 11.6%

Clothing & Footwear

$123 10.7%

Getting Around

$57 5%

Sport & Entertainment

$51 4.4%

Cost Breakdown

National average salary: $1,028. With average costs at $1,150, the salary-to-cost ratio is favorable for most workers.

Expect to spend about $99.0 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant averages $26.00 for two.

Cost Highlights

Overall cost of living ($1,150) is 15% below the global median of $1,355.

Average rent ($130) is 80% below the global median of $663.

Dinner for two at a restaurant ($26.00) is 46% below the global median of $48.00.

Public transport ($11.00) is 67% below the global median of $33.00.

Good to know

🕒 Local time

10:10 10:10 AM

🌤 Weather

👥 Population

2,533,794

💱 Currency

Namibian Dollar NAD $

📈 Exchange rate

100 NAD = 6.07 USD

100 NAD = 5.4 EUR

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By City in Namibia

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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	Arandis	5200		$88.5	$88.5	$199	$199	158.3	9.35
2	Henties Bay	4700		$87.1	$87.1	$330	$330	271.26	11.1
3	Rundu	63431		$347	$347	$916	$916	0.17	10.35
4	Swakopmund	25000		$275	$558	$768	$1,510	139.25	23.42
5	Tsumeb	20000	38					170.46	16.59
6	Walvis Bay	62096		$390	$841	$971	$971	318.47	19.65
7	Windhoek	322500	58	$696	$1,195	$1,781	$2,787	78.23	21.84

Namibia Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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Fixed Broadband

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Namibia - Frequently Asked Questions

Namibia offers a compelling mix of natural beauty, safety, and typically lower daily costs than many Western cities. In urban centers you can find reasonable housing options, while rural areas stay cheaper if you're flexible on amenities. The value comes from a high quality of life – wide open spaces, outdoor recreation, and solid infrastructure in towns – without the price tag of big capitals. For many travelers, expats, and digital nomads, longer stays feel doable when you budget thoughtfully and pace your outings. Cost of Living in Namibia helps set a favorable baseline for planning a slow, productive approach. Tip: Start with a short-term stay to test neighborhoods and routines.

Daily life hinges on where you settle and how you move. In and around Windhoek and coastal towns you'll find a range of housing – from compact apartments to shared houses – that fits different budgets; outside the cities, expect larger properties at even lower rents if you don't mind longer commutes. Shopping happens at local markets, and seasonal produce keeps food affordable when you choose items in season. Transport options include car rental, ride-hailing, and public minibuses, with some areas relying on private vehicles. Namibia living cost varies by area, so location should guide your budgeting and errands. Tip: Use local listing sites, verify utility costs, and build a flexible transport plan.

Quality of life in Namibia combines outdoor access with a measured pace of life. To maximize value, use a simple budgeting framework: fixed essentials, flexible discretionary spending, and a small reserve for trips or seasonal activities. Neighborhood fit matters: urban cores offer coworking, services, and nightlife; smaller towns deliver community and quieter routines; if you seek wildlife, beaches, or desert landscapes, align your base with your goals. Seasonality affects tourist areas and pricing, so consider shoulder seasons to balance weather with lower costs. Tip: Build a shortlist of 2–3 neighborhoods and test them with short stays before committing.

As a lower-cost destination, Namibia attracts expats, retirees, and long-term visitors on fixed budgets. Smaller cities are especially wallet-friendly, while bigger centers charge more but remain competitive globally.

Outside the capital and tourist areas, costs in Namibia drop fast. Tsumeb is one of the best budget options – lower costs without giving up access to essential services and everyday amenities.

$1,200 a month goes far in Namibia, especially outside the big cities. It's a realistic single-person budget that covers housing, food, transport, and leisure comfortably.