Cost of Living Insights

Explore trends, economic indicators, and quality of life data across South African cities. Make informed decisions with real-time insights and comprehensive analysis.

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Trending Insights

Recent trends and changes in cost of living across South African cities

Housing
Cape Town
Cape Town Rent Surge
+8%

Average rent in Cape Town CBD increased by 8% year-over-year, driven by high demand in tech hubs

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Transport
Johannesburg
Johannesburg Transport Stability
0%

Public transport costs remain stable compared to last quarter despite fuel price fluctuations

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Groceries
Durban
Durban Groceries Drop
-3%

Grocery prices decreased by 3% following seasonal changes and improved supply chains

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Healthcare
Pretoria
Pretoria Healthcare Costs
+5%

Healthcare expenses increased by 5% due to inflation and increased demand for services

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Utilities
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth Utilities
-2%

Utility costs decreased by 2% following government subsidies and improved infrastructure

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Entertainment
Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein Entertainment
0%

Entertainment costs remain stable with consistent pricing across venues and activities

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Cost of Living Trends

6-month average monthly cost trends across major South African cities

Average Monthly Cost (ZAR)

Regional Analysis

Compare cost of living across South Africa's major provinces

+6%
Western Cape

Cape Town, Stellenbosch

Avg. MonthlyR20,500
Population7.2M

Highest cost of living, driven by tourism and tech industry growth

Key Highlights:

  • Strong job market
  • High rent costs
  • Quality healthcare
+4%
Gauteng

Johannesburg, Pretoria

Avg. MonthlyR17,800
Population15.8M

Economic hub with moderate costs and diverse opportunities

Key Highlights:

  • Business center
  • Good transport
  • Varied housing options
+2%
KwaZulu-Natal

Durban, Pietermaritzburg

Avg. MonthlyR15,200
Population11.5M

Lower costs with coastal lifestyle and growing economy

Key Highlights:

  • Affordable living
  • Beach access
  • Growing industries

Housing Market Insights

Rental and property prices across South African cities

Rental Market Tightening

Vacancy rates in major cities dropped to 5-year lows

Suburban Growth

Demand for suburban properties increased by 15%

First-Time Buyers

Entry-level property prices stabilizing in Q2

Average Housing Costs (ZAR)

Economic Indicators

Key economic metrics affecting cost of living in South Africa

+0.3%
Inflation Rate
5.2%
-0.5%
Unemployment
32.9%
+0.4%
GDP Growth
1.8%
+5
Consumer Confidence
68/100

Economic Outlook

South Africa's economy shows moderate growth with inflation stabilizing. Consumer confidence is improving, though unemployment remains a challenge. Cost of living increases are expected to moderate in the coming quarters.

Quality of Life

Compare lifestyle factors beyond just cost across major cities

Healthcare Access

Safety Improvements

Lifestyle Quality

Climate Benefits

Quality of Life Comparison

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