In George, South Africa, living costs about $790 per month for one person and $1842 for a family of four, including rent.
Compared to the European benchmark, George is 15% cheaper overall.
George is 74% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in George is, on average, 84% lower than in New York City.
George tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.
Housing costs, particularly rent and utilities, can be significant factors affecting affordability. This may impact those on tighter budgets.
Food costs are 22% lower than the European benchmark, making it more affordable for residents. This can ease the overall financial burden.
Public transport is 62% lower than the European benchmark, providing significant savings for commuters. This affordability enhances mobility for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 6.84 $ |
| Dinner | 29.9 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 4.67 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.45 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.89 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.13 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.99 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.81 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.16 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.35 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.76 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.69 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.69 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.46 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.37 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.18 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.38 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.89 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.55 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.56 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.12 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 3.83 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.99 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 2.87 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.81 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 26.3 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.27 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 6.2 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 31 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 4.45 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.5 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.82 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.33 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 59 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 92 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 49.2 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 301 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 582 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 368 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 681 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,005 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 805 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 746 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 10.50% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 50.9 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 5.21 $ |
| Haircut | 5.75 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 99.8 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 64.6 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 13 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 4,871 $ |