Cost of Living in Namibia - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Namibia
Address: NA

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $599 (excluding rent), and $1,047 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,390 (excluding rent), and $2,290 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$9.92 NAD 164

$3.58 NAD 59.0

$19.29 NAD 318

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$34.36 NAD 566

$27.66 NAD 456

$47.01 NAD 775

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$4.62 NAD 76.1

$3.81 NAD 62.8

$6.53 NAD 108

Cappuccino

$1.71 NAD 28.24

$0.94 NAD 15.51

$2.76 NAD 45.54

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

$0.99 NAD 16.34

$0.70 NAD 11.53

$1.74 NAD 28.73

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.87 NAD 14.36

$0.54 NAD 8.84

$1.33 NAD 21.93

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.38 NAD 22.67

$0.86 NAD 14.19

$2.48 NAD 40.94

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.54 NAD 25.45

$1.24 NAD 20.46

$2.82 NAD 46.41

Milk (1 liter)

$1.40 NAD 23.05

$1.14 NAD 18.82

$2.29 NAD 37.80

White Bread (500g)

$0.81 NAD 13.33

$0.69 NAD 11.42

$0.89 NAD 14.60

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.71 NAD 28.11

$1.26 NAD 20.83

$2.80 NAD 46.22

Eggs

$2.61 NAD 43.06

$1.63 NAD 26.93

$5.89 NAD 97.1

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.08 NAD 117

$2.71 NAD 44.66

$11.37 NAD 187

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.84 NAD 79.7

$1.92 NAD 31.66

$6.59 NAD 109

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.47 NAD 107

$5.43 NAD 89.5

$15.21 NAD 251

Apples (1kg)

$1.85 NAD 30.56

$1.36 NAD 22.48

$2.74 NAD 45.12

Banana (1kg)

$1.98 NAD 32.61

$1.49 NAD 24.50

$2.86 NAD 47.14

Oranges (1kg)

$1.78 NAD 29.33

$0.83 NAD 13.69

$2.76 NAD 45.47

Tomato (1kg)

$1.80 NAD 29.71

$1.09 NAD 17.92

$2.56 NAD 42.14

Potato (1kg)

$1.74 NAD 28.64

$0.55 NAD 9.06

$4.65 NAD 76.7

Onion (1kg)

$1.78 NAD 29.40

$0.96 NAD 15.87

$2.83 NAD 46.61

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.81 NAD 29.87

$1.13 NAD 18.63

$2.56 NAD 42.12

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.08 NAD 17.72

$0.65 NAD 10.79

$1.63 NAD 26.90

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.71 NAD 44.69

$2.65 NAD 43.73

$3.47 NAD 57.2

Wine (Bottle)

$6.33 NAD 104

$3.16 NAD 52.1

$12.02 NAD 198

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.19 NAD 19.67

$0.76 NAD 12.47

$1.64 NAD 27.02

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.79 NAD 29.52

$1.01 NAD 16.58

$2.53 NAD 41.62

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.70 NAD 11.47

$0.59 NAD 9.72

$0.81 NAD 13.38

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$41.16 NAD 678

$31.64 NAD 521

$51.0 NAD 841

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.74 NAD 12.23

$1.14 NAD 18.85

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.85 NAD 14.00

$0.73 NAD 12.10

$1.13 NAD 18.66

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$11.74 NAD 194

$6.72 NAD 111

$16.77 NAD 276

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.17 NAD 19.22

$1.07 NAD 17.62

$1.25 NAD 20.66

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

$21.2K NAD 348.7K

$18.3K NAD 300.8K

$22.3K NAD 367.4K

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

$23.7K NAD 391.2K

$16.9K NAD 278.3K

$30.2K NAD 497.7K

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

$113 NAD 1,870

$56.1 NAD 924

$168 NAD 2,771

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

$17.75 NAD 292

$13.83 NAD 228

$33.33 NAD 549

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$55.0 NAD 907

$34.01 NAD 561

$73.7 NAD 1,214

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$37.00 NAD 610

$21.51 NAD 354

$50.2 NAD 828

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$12.92 NAD 213

$5.62 NAD 92.6

$16.86 NAD 278

Cinema Ticket

$5.68 NAD 93.7

$4.55 NAD 75.0

$8.53 NAD 141

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

$195 NAD 3,221

$66.7 NAD 1,099

$278 NAD 4,580

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,282 NAD 87.1K

$3,795 NAD 62.5K

$7,907 NAD 130.3K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$49.00 NAD 808

$39.48 NAD 651

$67.7 NAD 1,115

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$28.71 NAD 473

$10.99 NAD 181

$43.96 NAD 724

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$76.3 NAD 1,258

$44.61 NAD 735

$112 NAD 1,838

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$71.3 NAD 1,174

$30.64 NAD 505

$113 NAD 1,870

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$461 NAD 7,596

$332 NAD 5,471

$664 NAD 10.9K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$356 NAD 5,870

$223 NAD 3,671

$557 NAD 9,177

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,131 NAD 18.6K

$663 NAD 10.9K

$1,935 NAD 31.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$812 NAD 13.4K

$453 NAD 7,466

$1,416 NAD 23.3K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$944 NAD 15.6K

$615 NAD 10.1K

$2,462 NAD 40.6K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$401 NAD 6,607

$231 NAD 3,811

$1,217 NAD 20.1K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,026 NAD 16.9K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

11.36

12.25

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

Last update: February 28, 2026

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		$92.6	$91.5	$202	$207	107.36	7.03
2	Henties Bay	4700		$144	$232	$358	$464	87.97	11.35
3	Rundu	63431						256.01	9.23
4	Swakopmund	25000		$299	$734	$809	$1,517	206.07	20.16
5	Tsumeb	20000	38	$504	$766	$1,536	$1,740	212.47	15.05
6	Walvis Bay	62096		$349	$761	$698	$612	124.2	19.85
7	Windhoek	322500	56	$607	$1,117	$1,479	$2,494	261.13	21.7

Namibia Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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

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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.