Cape Town, South Africa
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

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Retiree Score

70.0

Safety Index

25.3

Healthcare

26 facilities

With a population of 3,776,001, Cape Town boasts South Africa's highest household incomes, but crime remains a persistent headache. The city's natural beauty, efficient governance, and booming tech sector make it alluring, yet the legacy of apartheid has left deep inequalities. Bureaucracy can be a challenge, and the occasional water crisis is a reminder of climate change risks. Overall, Cape Town offers an attractive lifestyle, but newcomers must weigh the tradeoffs carefully.

Can I afford Cape Town?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

You would need

$8404 / month

Savings Rate0%

Rent $10837

Living Costs $567

Safety

Healthcare

100

Walkability

100

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$21

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)$48

Rice (1kg)$36

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$200

Meal (Mid-range)$2043

Cappuccino$39

Water (0.33L)$16

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$2157

Mobile Plan (mo)$556

Gym (mo)$808

Cinema Ticket$135

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$10837

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)$20407

3BR Outside (mo)—

Expat Life

English Proficiency

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Expat Community

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Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

15m

Nearest Airport

CPT (18km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

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Mortgage Interest Rate

11.27%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

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Temperature

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Annual Rainfall

845 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec