Prices and Cost of Living in Namibia

Food and beverage prices in Namibia

Popular food products found on store shelves in Namibia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 18.67 ZAR (0 USD) for a kilo of onions to 88.3 ZAR (0 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 27.12 ZAR (0 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 13.11 ZAR (0 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 28.5 ZAR (0 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 29.33 ZAR (0 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 21.25 ZAR (0 USD). Dairy prices in Namibia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 20.43 ZAR (0 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 104 ZAR (0 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 80.66 ZAR (0 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 32.86 ZAR (0 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 23 ZAR (0 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Namibia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 31.67 ZAR (0 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 15.31 ZAR (0 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 87.5 ZAR (0 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 675 ZAR (0 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 150 ZAR (0 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Namibia?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 12.5 ZAR (0 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 397 ZAR (0 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 13 ZAR (0 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 14 ZAR (0 USD).

Fuel prices in Namibia

Average fuel prices in Namibia are 21.52 ZAR (1.16 USD) per liter of gasoline and 20.96 ZAR (1.13 USD) per liter of diesel.

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Namibia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 5000 ZAR (0 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 6188 ZAR (0 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 15000 ZAR (0 USD) per square meter.