Mbuji-Mayi vs Lusaka
Mbuji-Mayi, Democratic Republic of the Congo compared with Lusaka, Zambia: cost of living, scores, climate and more.
At a glance
 CD
Mbuji-Mayi
|
 ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Zambia |
| Nomad score | 3.2 / 10 | 5.4 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $854 / mo | $1,789 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 33° / 23°C | 32° / 20°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 70 Moderate | 55 Moderate |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
|
ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Average high | 32.4°C | 26.3°C |
| Average low | 20.7°C | 16.4°C |
| Precipitation | 67 mm / mo | 60 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 292 h / mo | 320 h / mo |
| Humidity | 64% | 58% |
| Rain days | 10.1 / mo | 8 / mo |
| Wind speed | 11.4 km/h | 18.8 km/h |
CD
Mbuji-Mayi · average high by month
J 30
F 31
M 33
A 32
M 33
J 34
J 34
A 34
S 34
O 33
N 30
D 30
ZM
Lusaka · average high by month
J 25
F 26
M 26
A 26
M 24
J 23
J 23
A 26
S 30
O 31
N 29
D 28
Air quality
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 70 | 55 |
| PM2.5 | 21.1 µg/m³ | 14.5 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 21.2 µg/m³ | 15.7 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 40 µg/m³ | 60 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 2.1 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 1.2 | 3.7 |
| Local Payment Services | 1.7 | 5.9 |
| Startup Scene | 1.1 | 3.6 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 2.9 | 5.4 |
| Green Spaces | 3.6 | 5.9 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 5.4 | 7.6 |
| Noise Pollution | 3.6 | 4.9 |
| Seasonal Variety | 2.6 | 5.1 |
| Weather | 3.9 | 7.8 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 4.0 | 6.9 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 2.4 | 4.4 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 1.3 | 3.3 |
| VPN Reliability | 3.8 | 7.0 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 7.6 | 6.7 |
| Cost of Living | 7.2 | 6.9 |
| Currency Stability | 2.0 | 3.9 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.6 | 6.5 |
| Food & Groceries | 8.1 | 6.9 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.3 | 6.2 |
| Transportation Cost | 8.2 | 7.2 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Culture | 4.3 | 6.5 |
| Indoors Fun | 2.3 | 5.0 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 3.6 | 5.2 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 2.7 | 6.8 |
| Nightlife | 2.4 | 5.3 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 4.1 | 7.1 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 0.6 | 2.2 |
| Nomad Friendly | 1.5 | 4.0 |
| Online Community Presence | 0.7 | 2.5 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 1.0 | 5.1 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 0.4 | 4.5 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 0.5 | 4.2 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 0.4 | 2.5 |
| Internet Speed | 1.8 | 5.8 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 2.3 | 5.6 |
| Food Scene | 3.7 | 6.2 |
| Healthy Food Options | 2.8 | 5.1 |
| Yoga Studios | 1.0 | 4.2 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
|
CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 2.1 | 5.7 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 6.4 | 8.0 |
| Healthcare Quality | 1.7 | 5.1 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
|
CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.3 | 0.7 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 1.7 | 3.8 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 2.0 | 3.3 |
| Freedom of Speech | 3.3 | 5.4 |
| Political Stability | 2.6 | 6.0 |
| Tax Friendliness | 2.9 | 5.5 |
| Visa Ease | 2.5 | 5.0 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
|
CD
Mbuji-Mayi
|
ZM
Lusaka
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 3.2 | 4.8 |
| Cleanliness | 2.6 | 4.3 |
| Environmental Quality | 2.7 | 4.9 |
| Family Friendly | 2.6 | 5.4 |
| Language Barrier | 2.9 | 7.7 |
| Work-Life Balance | 3.1 | 6.1 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
|
CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 2.1 | 5.6 |
| Racial Tolerance | 3.8 | 6.7 |
| Safety | 2.3 | 6.0 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 2.7 | 6.4 |
| Cycling | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 2.5 | 4.7 |
| Public Transit | 2.3 | 3.4 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 0.8 | 5.4 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 1.3 | 1.8 |
| Walkability | 3.1 | 3.4 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
|
CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 0.8 | 3.9 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 1.4 | 3.4 |
| Networking Opportunities | 1.6 | 4.0 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 1.3 | 3.6 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.0 | 6.9 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $40 per pair | $38 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $34 per dress | $31 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $103 per pair | $97 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $26 per month | $41 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $5.69 per ticket | $6.14 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $1.71 per cup | $2.30 per cup |
| Beer | $1.37 per pint | $1.79 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $4.56 per meal | $6.14 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $46 per meal | $49 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $5.69 per meal | $8.19 per meal |
| Apples | $2.85 per kg | $2.30 per kg |
| Bread | $0.68 per loaf | $1.13 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.57 per bottle | $0.77 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.37 per liter | $1.54 per liter |
| Rice | $1.14 per kg | $2.46 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $6.26 per kg | $7.42 per kg |
| Beef | $10 per kg | $6.65 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $17 per bottle | $13 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
|
ZM
Lusaka
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $88 per month | $164 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $0.00 per month | $13 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
|
CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $23 per visit | $33 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $3.42 per purchase | $11 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $66 per month | $230 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $263 per month | $435 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $399 per month | $947 per month |
| Coworking Space | $205 per month | $164 per month |
| Coliving Space | $342 per month | $640 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|
|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $13 per month | $20 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $8.76 per month | $26 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $9.11 per visit | $13 per visit |
| Laundry | $2.28 per kg | $15 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $11 per month | $23 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $46 per month | $92 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $5.69 one-time | $2.56 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $23 per month | $56 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $17 per hour | $10 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $22 per month | $61 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.14 per trip | $3.07 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.57 per km | $1.28 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $23 per month | $44 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $5.69 per trip | $5.63 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.71 per liter | $1.77 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $17 per month | $23 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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CD
Mbuji-Mayi
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ZM
Lusaka
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $22 per month | $33 per month |