Capital city, Angola
Cost of living in Luanda
How much a month costs in Luanda
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,510–2,700 (Kz1.4M–2.5M).
Prices in Luanda
Typical 2026 ranges in AOA, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | AOA | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | Kz700,000–1.8M | $755–1,940 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | Kz300,000–800,000 | $323–863 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | Kz90,000–220,000 | $97–237 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | Kz2,500–6,000 | $2.7–6.5 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | Kz12,000–30,000 | $13–32 |
| Cappuccino | Kz1,500–3,500 | $1.6–3.8 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | Kz1,000–3,000 | $1.1–3.2 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | Kz100–300 | $0.11–0.32 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | Kz3,000–8,000 | $3.2–8.6 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | Kz20,000–50,000 | $22–54 |
Value for money: 17/100
A value score of 17/100 means Luanda gives more quality of life per dollar than 16% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 47/100.
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Cheaper alternatives to Luanda
Similar safety, lower cost, in Africa.
| Place | Country | Comfortable month |
|---|---|---|
| Aswan | Egypt | $478–803 |
| Dahab | Egypt | $536–861 |
| Djerba | Tunisia | $674–1,080 |
| Sousse | Tunisia | $674–1,080 |
| Addis Ababa | Ethiopia | $553–921 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Luanda?
About $539–863 on a lean budget, $1,510–2,700 for a comfortable month and $3,770–6,470 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Luanda?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs Kz700,000–1.8M ($755–1,940) a month in the center and Kz300,000–800,000 ($323–863) outside it.
How much does food cost in Luanda?
A local meal is Kz2,500–6,000 ($2.7–6.5); a mid-range restaurant is Kz12,000–30,000 ($13–32) per person.
Is Angola expensive?
Prices in Angola are about 35% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.