Choma, Zambia is Affordable overall. Monthly costs are about $725 for one person and $1790 for a family of four, including rent.
Choma is 22% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Choma is 76% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Choma is, on average, 86% lower than in New York City.
Choma is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
Choma's cost of living can be influenced by housing demand, particularly in urban areas. Rent and utilities play a significant role in overall expenses.
No, food is 22% lower than the European benchmark, making it quite affordable for residents.
Yes, public transport is 46% lower than the European benchmark, offering an economical option for getting around.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 7.01 $ |
| Dinner | 26.7 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 3.8 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.03 $ |
| Capuccino | 2.23 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.89 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.32 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.75 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.33 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.99 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.95 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.86 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.27 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.56 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.71 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.62 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.44 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.89 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.48 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.4 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.02 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 6.59 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.09 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 2.64 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.54 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 39.4 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.29 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 12.1 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 15.2 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 3.62 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 2.53 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.26 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.16 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 67 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 102 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 56.3 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 254 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 561 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 259 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 685 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,955 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 6,252 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 272 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 21.28% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 28.1 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 3.53 $ |
| Haircut | 4.75 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 89.8 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 18.4 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 176 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 5,838 $ |