Kitwe, Zambia is Expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1116 for one person and $1898 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Kitwe are 20% more expensive than the European benchmark.
Kitwe is 74% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Kitwe is, on average, 71% lower than in New York City.
Kitwe is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The primary reason for Kitwe's high costs is the significant expense associated with rent and utilities. These costs contribute heavily to the overall living expenses in the city.
Food prices in Kitwe are 22% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable. This can be a relief for residents managing their budgets.
Public transport in Kitwe is 14% lower than the European benchmark, offering a cost-effective option for getting around. This affordability can benefit daily commuters.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 2.91 $ |
| Dinner | 21.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 2.77 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.89 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.47 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.59 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.88 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.17 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.69 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.87 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.9 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.07 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.35 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.95 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.17 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.17 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.18 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.96 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.33 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.4 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 0.93 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 4.11 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.76 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 1.75 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.55 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 33 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.01 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 8.21 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 21.7 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 7.57 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 2.53 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.27 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.16 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 54 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 84 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 31.9 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 708 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 743 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 485 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 354 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,953 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 10,481 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 111 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 21.22% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 14.9 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 3.52 $ |
| Haircut | 4.78 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 56.6 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 30 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 177 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 5,870 $ |