Cost of Living in Namibia - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Namibia
Address: NA

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $584 (excluding rent), and $1,082 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,402 (excluding rent), and $2,366 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$9.87 NAD 161

$3.56 NAD 58.0

$19.19 NAD 312

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$34.19 NAD 557

$27.52 NAD 448

$46.78 NAD 762

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$4.61 NAD 75.1

$3.80 NAD 61.9

$6.52 NAD 106

Cappuccino

$1.71 NAD 27.91

$0.94 NAD 15.32

$2.76 NAD 45.00

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

$0.97 NAD 15.76

$0.68 NAD 11.12

$1.70 NAD 27.71

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.93 NAD 15.10

$0.57 NAD 9.29

$1.42 NAD 23.07

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.36 NAD 22.17

$0.85 NAD 13.88

$2.46 NAD 40.04

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.55 NAD 25.19

$1.24 NAD 20.25

$2.82 NAD 45.93

Milk (1 liter)

$1.34 NAD 21.76

$1.09 NAD 17.76

$2.19 NAD 35.68

White Bread (500g)

$0.81 NAD 13.22

$0.70 NAD 11.33

$0.89 NAD 14.48

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.71 NAD 27.82

$1.27 NAD 20.61

$2.81 NAD 45.75

Eggs

$2.65 NAD 43.22

$1.66 NAD 27.03

$5.99 NAD 97.5

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.48 NAD 122

$2.86 NAD 46.60

$12.00 NAD 195

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.85 NAD 79.0

$1.93 NAD 31.36

$6.61 NAD 108

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.55 NAD 107

$5.49 NAD 89.4

$15.38 NAD 250

Apples (1kg)

$1.92 NAD 31.29

$1.41 NAD 23.02

$2.84 NAD 46.20

Banana (1kg)

$1.92 NAD 31.25

$1.44 NAD 23.48

$2.77 NAD 45.17

Oranges (1kg)

$1.79 NAD 29.10

$0.83 NAD 13.58

$2.77 NAD 45.10

Tomato (1kg)

$1.80 NAD 29.38

$1.09 NAD 17.72

$2.56 NAD 41.68

Potato (1kg)

$1.74 NAD 28.38

$0.55 NAD 8.98

$4.67 NAD 76.0

Onion (1kg)

$1.72 NAD 28.03

$0.93 NAD 15.13

$2.73 NAD 44.43

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.76 NAD 28.69

$1.10 NAD 17.89

$2.48 NAD 40.45

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.09 NAD 17.73

$0.66 NAD 10.80

$1.65 NAD 26.91

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.72 NAD 44.22

$2.66 NAD 43.27

$3.48 NAD 56.6

Wine (Bottle)

$5.83 NAD 94.9

$2.98 NAD 48.44

$11.30 NAD 184

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.21 NAD 19.63

$0.76 NAD 12.45

$1.66 NAD 26.97

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.83 NAD 29.84

$1.03 NAD 16.76

$2.58 NAD 42.08

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.75 NAD 12.26

$0.64 NAD 10.39

$0.88 NAD 14.30

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$40.35 NAD 657

$31.01 NAD 505

$50.0 NAD 814

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.74 NAD 12.04

$1.14 NAD 18.56

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.78 NAD 12.64

$0.67 NAD 10.92

$1.04 NAD 16.85

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$11.67 NAD 190

$6.68 NAD 109

$16.67 NAD 271

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.22 NAD 19.94

$1.12 NAD 18.28

$1.32 NAD 21.43

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

$21.4K NAD 347.7K

$18.4K NAD 300.0K

$22.5K NAD 366.4K

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

$23.2K NAD 377.7K

$16.5K NAD 268.7K

$29.5K NAD 480.5K

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

$111 NAD 1,811

$55.0 NAD 895

$165 NAD 2,684

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

$17.77 NAD 289

$13.85 NAD 225

$33.38 NAD 543

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$54.7 NAD 891

$33.83 NAD 551

$73.3 NAD 1,193

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$36.76 NAD 599

$21.37 NAD 348

$49.90 NAD 812

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$12.80 NAD 208

$5.56 NAD 90.6

$16.69 NAD 272

Cinema Ticket

$5.74 NAD 93.4

$4.59 NAD 74.8

$8.61 NAD 140

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

$193 NAD 3,138

$65.8 NAD 1,071

$274 NAD 4,463

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,172 NAD 84.2K

$3,716 NAD 60.5K

$7,741 NAD 126.0K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$48.60 NAD 791

$39.16 NAD 638

$67.1 NAD 1,093

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$29.41 NAD 479

$11.26 NAD 183

$45.03 NAD 733

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$75.7 NAD 1,233

$44.26 NAD 721

$111 NAD 1,801

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$69.6 NAD 1,133

$29.92 NAD 487

$111 NAD 1,804

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$469 NAD 7,629

$337 NAD 5,494

$675 NAD 11.0K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$358 NAD 5,830

$224 NAD 3,645

$560 NAD 9,114

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,129 NAD 18.4K

$662 NAD 10.8K

$1,931 NAD 31.4K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$812 NAD 13.2K

$453 NAD 7,375

$1,416 NAD 23.0K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$936 NAD 15.2K

$607 NAD 9,874

$2,426 NAD 39.5K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$388 NAD 6,319

$224 NAD 3,645

$1,178 NAD 19.2K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$980 NAD 16.0K

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: March 7, 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		$105	$91.5	$195	$209	107.36	7.03
2	Henties Bay	4700		$162	$238	$321	$464	87.97	11.35
3	Rundu	63431						256.01	9.23
4	Swakopmund	25000		$308	$724	$697	$1,508	206.07	20.16
5	Tsumeb	20000	38	$636	$762	$1,561	$1,732	212.47	15.05
6	Walvis Bay	62096		$282	$768	$566	$610	124.2	19.85
7	Windhoek	322500	56	$613	$1,115	$1,455	$2,507	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.

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.