South Africa
Cost of Living in Port Elizabeth
Monthly Total
$1,365
$23,888
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$468
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$30
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$468
$8,190
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$150
$2,625
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$92
$1,610
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$120
$2,100
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$150
$2,625
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$213
$3,728
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$124
$2,170
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$48
$840
Monthly Total
$1,365
$23,888
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