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 165

$3.58 NAD 59.5

$19.29 NAD 320

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$34.36 NAD 570

$27.66 NAD 459

$47.01 NAD 780

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$4.62 NAD 76.7

$3.81 NAD 63.2

$6.53 NAD 108

Cappuccino

$1.71 NAD 28.44

$0.94 NAD 15.62

$2.76 NAD 45.87

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

$0.99 NAD 16.46

$0.70 NAD 11.61

$1.74 NAD 28.94

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.87 NAD 14.46

$0.54 NAD 8.90

$1.33 NAD 22.09

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.38 NAD 22.84

$0.86 NAD 14.29

$2.48 NAD 41.24

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.54 NAD 25.64

$1.24 NAD 20.61

$2.82 NAD 46.75

Milk (1 liter)

$1.40 NAD 23.22

$1.14 NAD 18.95

$2.29 NAD 38.08

White Bread (500g)

$0.81 NAD 13.42

$0.69 NAD 11.51

$0.89 NAD 14.70

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.71 NAD 28.31

$1.26 NAD 20.98

$2.80 NAD 46.56

Eggs

$2.61 NAD 43.38

$1.63 NAD 27.13

$5.89 NAD 97.8

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.08 NAD 118

$2.71 NAD 44.99

$11.37 NAD 189

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.84 NAD 80.3

$1.92 NAD 31.89

$6.59 NAD 109

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.47 NAD 107

$5.43 NAD 90.1

$15.21 NAD 252

Apples (1kg)

$1.85 NAD 30.79

$1.36 NAD 22.64

$2.74 NAD 45.45

Banana (1kg)

$1.98 NAD 32.85

$1.49 NAD 24.68

$2.86 NAD 47.48

Oranges (1kg)

$1.78 NAD 29.55

$0.83 NAD 13.79

$2.76 NAD 45.80

Tomato (1kg)

$1.80 NAD 29.92

$1.09 NAD 18.05

$2.56 NAD 42.45

Potato (1kg)

$1.74 NAD 28.84

$0.55 NAD 9.13

$4.65 NAD 77.2

Onion (1kg)

$1.78 NAD 29.62

$0.96 NAD 15.99

$2.83 NAD 46.95

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.81 NAD 30.09

$1.13 NAD 18.76

$2.56 NAD 42.43

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.08 NAD 17.85

$0.65 NAD 10.87

$1.63 NAD 27.10

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.71 NAD 45.02

$2.65 NAD 44.05

$3.47 NAD 57.6

Wine (Bottle)

$6.33 NAD 105

$3.16 NAD 52.5

$12.02 NAD 200

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.19 NAD 19.81

$0.76 NAD 12.56

$1.64 NAD 27.22

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.79 NAD 29.73

$1.01 NAD 16.70

$2.53 NAD 41.92

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.70 NAD 11.55

$0.59 NAD 9.79

$0.81 NAD 13.48

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$41.16 NAD 683

$31.64 NAD 525

$51.0 NAD 847

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.74 NAD 12.32

$1.14 NAD 18.99

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.85 NAD 14.10

$0.73 NAD 12.19

$1.13 NAD 18.80

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$11.74 NAD 195

$6.72 NAD 111

$16.77 NAD 278

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.17 NAD 19.36

$1.07 NAD 17.74

$1.25 NAD 20.81

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

$21.2K NAD 351.2K

$18.3K NAD 303.0K

$22.3K NAD 370.0K

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

$23.7K NAD 394.1K

$16.9K NAD 280.4K

$30.2K NAD 501.4K

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

$113 NAD 1,883

$56.1 NAD 930

$168 NAD 2,791

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

$17.75 NAD 295

$13.83 NAD 230

$33.33 NAD 553

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$55.0 NAD 913

$34.01 NAD 565

$73.7 NAD 1,223

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$37.00 NAD 614

$21.51 NAD 357

$50.2 NAD 834

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$12.92 NAD 215

$5.62 NAD 93.3

$16.86 NAD 280

Cinema Ticket

$5.68 NAD 94.4

$4.55 NAD 75.6

$8.53 NAD 142

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

$195 NAD 3,244

$66.7 NAD 1,107

$278 NAD 4,613

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,282 NAD 87.7K

$3,795 NAD 63.0K

$7,907 NAD 131.3K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$49.00 NAD 813

$39.48 NAD 655

$67.7 NAD 1,123

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$28.71 NAD 477

$10.99 NAD 182

$43.96 NAD 730

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$76.3 NAD 1,267

$44.61 NAD 741

$112 NAD 1,851

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$71.3 NAD 1,183

$30.64 NAD 509

$113 NAD 1,884

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$461 NAD 7,651

$332 NAD 5,511

$664 NAD 11.0K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$356 NAD 5,913

$223 NAD 3,698

$557 NAD 9,244

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,131 NAD 18.8K

$663 NAD 11.0K

$1,935 NAD 32.1K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$812 NAD 13.5K

$453 NAD 7,520

$1,416 NAD 23.5K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$944 NAD 15.7K

$615 NAD 10.2K

$2,462 NAD 40.9K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$401 NAD 6,655

$231 NAD 3,839

$1,217 NAD 20.2K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,026 NAD 17.0K

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.