Prices and Cost of Living in Mozambique

Food and beverage prices in Mozambique

Popular food products found on store shelves in Mozambique include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 74.29 MZN (1.16 USD) for a kilo of onions to 366 MZN (5.73 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 80 MZN (1.25 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 71.09 MZN (1.11 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 55.91 MZN (0.87 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 123 MZN (1.93 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 49.58 MZN (0.78 USD). Dairy prices in Mozambique, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 99.17 MZN (1.55 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1120 MZN (17.53 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 319 MZN (4.99 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 127 MZN (1.99 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 100 MZN (1.56 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Mozambique vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 115 MZN (1.8 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 66.11 MZN (1.03 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 250 MZN (3.91 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 3500 MZN (54.77 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 700 MZN (10.95 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Mozambique?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 15 MZN (0.23 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 841 MZN (13.17 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 225 MZN (3.52 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 250 MZN (3.91 USD).

Fuel prices in Mozambique

Average fuel prices in Mozambique are 86.27 MZN (1.35 USD) per liter of gasoline and 91.25 MZN (1.43 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mozambique?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Mozambique varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 17624 MZN (276 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 59136 MZN (925 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 207426 MZN (3246 USD) per square meter.