Capital city in Khomas, Namibia
Cost of living in Windhoek
How much a month costs in Windhoek
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,020–1,680 (N$17,000–28,000).
Prices in Windhoek
Typical 2026 ranges in NAD, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | NAD | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | N$8,000–16,000 | $480–960 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | N$5,500–10,000 | $330–600 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | N$250–450 | $15–27 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | N$1,100–2,300 | $66–138 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | N$50–95 | $3.0–5.7 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | N$180–350 | $11–21 |
| Cappuccino | N$30–50 | $1.8–3.0 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | N$30–55 | $1.8–3.3 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | N$15–25 | $0.9–1.5 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | N$80–150 | $4.8–9.0 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | N$500–900 | $30–54 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | N$200–400 | $12–24 |
Value for money: 73/100
A value score of 73/100 means Windhoek gives more quality of life per dollar than 72% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 65/100.
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Cost of living across Namibia
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Swakopmund | $960–1,560 | 77/100 |
| Windhoek | $1,020–1,680 | 73/100 |
Cheaper alternatives to Windhoek
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Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Windhoek?
About $540–840 on a lean budget, $1,020–1,680 for a comfortable month and $2,100–3,600 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Windhoek?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs N$8,000–16,000 ($480–960) a month in the center and N$5,500–10,000 ($330–600) outside it.
How much does food cost in Windhoek?
A local meal is N$50–95 ($3.0–5.7); a mid-range restaurant is N$180–350 ($11–21) per person.
Is Namibia expensive?
Prices in Namibia are about 41% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Hosea Kutako International Airport (NAC)
- Namibia Tourism Board
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.