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Cost of Living in Windhoek
Monthly Total
$1,278
$22,365
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$417
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$29
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
$417
$7,298
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$154
$2,695
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$104
$1,820
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$144
$2,520
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$150
$2,625
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$189
$3,308
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$78
$1,365
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$42
$735
Monthly Total
$1,278
$22,365
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