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Cost of Living
Lilongwe, Malawi π²πΌ
#748
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Nomad Score:
51%
Cost Breakdown
Category | Notes | |
---|---|---|
π Housing |
$150.00
$800.00
$40.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in mid-range hotels or guesthouses |
π Utilities |
$40.00
$100.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
πΆ Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$50.00
$3.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and data packages |
π Groceries |
$100.00
$350.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost assuming some self-catering |
π Transportation |
$30.00
$100.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost using taxis and local transport |
π½οΈ Dining Out |
$25.00
$400.00
$20.00
|
Daily cost for meals at local and tourist restaurants |
ποΈ Leisure Activities |
$10.00
$150.00
$8.00
|
Daily cost for entertainment and excursions |
π₯ Health Insurance |
$20.00
$200.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for travel health insurance |
π Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$30.00
$0.00
|
One-time or monthly averaged visa fees for expats |
Total |
$390.00
$2,180.00
$91.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
π’ Apartment (1 bedroom)
$180.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
β Coffee
$1.20
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
πΊ Beer
$1.50
Local beers are widely available and affordable.
per pint
π½οΈ Meal (Inexpensive)
$2.50
Typical local eateries offer meals at this price.
per meal
π Fast Food Combo
$4.00
International fast food chains are limited but prices are similar to regional averages.
per meal