Nomad score
5.4 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$2,190
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
Data unavailable
Weather today
21° / 17°
high / low, °CAbout East London
East London, South Africa is a laid-back coastal city with beautiful beaches, a warm climate, and a lower cost of living 🌊☀️. It can suit digital nomads who want a quieter lifestyle and easy access to nature. Wi‑Fi and coworking options exist but may be more limited than in bigger cities, so it’s best for remote workers who value calm over constant hustle 💻🏝️
Regions
Through the year
Best in May (65) · now 59
J 60
F 62
M 62
A 61
M 65
J 62
J 62
A 62
S 58
O 59
N 61
D 62
Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm
Key scores
Quick costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $400.37 per month |
| Coworking Space | $123.64 per month |
| Coffee | $2.24 per cup |
| Beer | $2.47 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $8.54 per meal |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $44.16 per month |
| Mobile Plan | $22.37 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $43.86 per month |
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| # | City | Country | Cost / mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeffreys Bay |  ZA
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$1,403 | 5.7 | Compare |
| 2 | Mohale's Hoek |  LS
Lesotho |
$791 | 4.3 | Compare |
| 3 | Morgan Bay | ZA
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$1,696 | 5.0 | Compare |
| 4 | Quthing | LS
Lesotho |
$816 | 4.2 | Compare |