Worcester, South Africa
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$880

Retiree Score

41.0

Safety Index

25.3

Healthcare

1 facilities

The harsh climate and isolation can be tough here - summers average 30°C but sometimes exceed 40°C, while winters are bitterly cold and windy. With a population of just 97,098, Worcester is a remote inland town, cut off from the coast by imposing mountain ranges. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with the apartheid legacy still visible in the town's divided communities. However, Worcester's historic German and Jewish communities have added a cosmopolitan flair, and the surrounding farmland and vineyards offer a scenic respite for those seeking a quieter pace of life.

Can I afford Worcester?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

You could save

$2199 / month

Savings Rate73%

Rent $234

Living Costs $567

Safety

Healthcare

Walkability

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$1

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)$2

Rice (1kg)—

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$5

Meal (Mid-range)$119

Cappuccino$2

Water (0.33L)—

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$58

Mobile Plan (mo)$32

Gym (mo)$29

Cinema Ticket$8

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$234

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)$876

3BR Outside (mo)—

Expat Life

English Proficiency

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Expat Community

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Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

232m

Nearest Airport

CPT (86km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

$935

Mortgage Interest Rate

11.27%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

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Temperature

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Annual Rainfall

616 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

Mar, Apr, May, Oct