Mbabane, Eswatini 🇸🇿
#1065
-26.329677, 31.141158
Nomad Score:
54%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$250.45
$850.75
$35.50
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$50.20
$100.35
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$45.80
$75.50
$3.25
|
Per day for mobile data and Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$150.75
$300.90
$12.50
|
Per day for meals and snacks |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$30.60
$120.85
$8.75
|
Per day for local transport or car rental |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.40
$180.95
$15.00
|
Per day for meals in restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$40.30
$150.60
$10.00
|
Per day for leisure and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$25.50
$250.00
$0.00
|
Typically not covered for tourists |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$5.00
$30.00
$1.00
|
Per day for visa-related costs |
| Total |
$659.00
$2,059.90
$86.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$320.50
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$150.25
Prices vary based on amenities and location within the city.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.80
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$1.20
Local pubs offer competitive pricing; imported brands are pricier.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$6.50
Street food is an affordable option; restaurants are slightly higher.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$5.75
Prices are fairly consistent across major chains.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$2.10
Seasonal availability may affect price slightly.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$0.90
Varies by brand and type; local bakeries may offer discounts.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$0.85
Price consistent across supermarkets.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$1.10
Bulk purchases can reduce cost per kg.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$4.75
Prices can vary based on cut and supplier.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$6.30
Quality and cut influence price significantly.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$10.50
Local wines are generally more affordable than imports.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$1.50
Initial fee; additional charges apply per km.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.85
Flat rate across city; traffic can affect total fare.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$45.00
Covers buses within city limits.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.10
Prices subject to global oil market fluctuations.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$25.00
Includes local calls and a limited data package.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$50.75
Fiber-optic connections available in some areas.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$30.50
Varies by facilities and location.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$12.00
Booking in advance recommended; peak times may cost more.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$4.50
Discounts available for students and seniors.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$35.00
International brands are priced higher than local options.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$25.75
Price varies significantly by brand and material.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$50.00
Established brands are more expensive.
per pair