Cost of Living in Zimbabwe
The population of Zimbabwe is 15,178,979. The average cost of living in Zimbabwe is $1270 and the median after-tax salary is $292.88
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Restaurants |
Price |
World Range |
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Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant |
7.5 $ |
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Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course |
40.0 $ |
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McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) |
6.0 $ |
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Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) |
1.3 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
2.0 $ |
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Cappuccino (regular) |
2.27 $ |
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Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) |
0.71 $ |
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Water (12 oz small bottle) |
0.48 $ |
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Markets |
Price |
World Range |
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Milk (regular), (1 gallon) |
1.61 $ |
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Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) |
1.04 $ |
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Rice (white), (1 lb) |
1.77 $ |
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Eggs (regular) (12) |
1.87 $ |
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Local Cheese (1 lb) |
8.83 $ |
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Chicken Fillets (1 lb) |
4.86 $ |
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Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) |
5.27 $ |
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Apples (1 lb) |
2.94 $ |
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Banana (1 lb) |
1.66 $ |
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Oranges (1 lb) |
2.16 $ |
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Tomato (1 lb) |
1.63 $ |
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Potato (1 lb) |
1.59 $ |
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Onion (1 lb) |
1.56 $ |
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Lettuce (1 head) |
0.92 $ |
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Water (1.5 liter bottle) |
1.08 $ |
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Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) |
8.5 $ |
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Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) |
1.25 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
2.19 $ |
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Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) |
2.0 $ |
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Transportation |
Price |
World Range |
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One-way Ticket (Local Transport) |
0.5 $ |
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Monthly Pass (Regular Price) |
30.0 $ |
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Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) |
5.0 $ |
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Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff) |
1.5 $ |
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Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) |
7.5 $ |
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Gasoline (1 gallon) |
1.41 $ |
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Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) |
28000.0 $ |
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Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) |
29333.33 $ |
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Utilities (Monthly) |
Price |
World Range |
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Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment |
66.92 $ |
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1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) |
0.19 $ |
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Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) |
102.44 $ |
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Sports And Leisure |
Price |
World Range |
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Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult |
34.55 $ |
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Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) |
9.17 $ |
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Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat |
8.0 $ |
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Childcare |
Price |
World Range |
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Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child |
290.0 $ |
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International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child |
8462.5 $ |
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Clothing And Shoes |
Price |
World Range |
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1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) |
22.5 $ |
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1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) |
19.38 $ |
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1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) |
43.0 $ |
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1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes |
50.0 $ |
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Rent Per Month |
Price |
World Range |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre |
282.35 $ |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre |
246.67 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre |
770.0 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre |
642.86 $ |
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Buy Apartment Price |
Price |
World Range |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre |
1155.28 $ |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre |
1325.0 $ |
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Salaries And Financing |
Price |
World Range |
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Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) |
292.88 $ |
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Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate |
14.17 % |
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Zimbabwe
OVERALL RISK: MEDIUM
Zimbabwe is, for the most part, a safe country to visit. However, it does have an extremely high rate of both petty and violent crime, though it's mainly ridden with petty street crime. You should be vigilant and take all possible precaution measures in order to minimize the risk of getting stolen from.
TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM
Means of transportation in Zimbabwe are limited and not very reliable. Driving in Zimbabwe is not recommended since the driving conditions are really bad and the country is filled with irresponsible drivers. Taxis are available, but be wary as drivers might jack up prices for tourists. Always negotiate the price before your ride.
PICKPOCKETS RISK: HIGH
There is an extreme threat to petty crime. Pickpockets are an everyday occurrence, so you should be extremely careful when handling your valuables and never carry your money in a purse or a pocket. Never carry all your money in the same place, and be aware of your surroundings at all times.
NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM
As for natural disasters, the greatest risks in Zimbabwe are the floods that are known to kill people and leave large numbers of homeless people, causing irreparable damage.
MUGGING RISK: HIGH
Violent crime is also a common occurrence in Zimbabwe and you have to be very careful. If you are visiting Nyanga, you should avoid Pungwe Falls, Mterazi Falls, and the Honde Falls, as there have been many instances of armed robbery, theft, all kinds of assaults, and attempted rapes reported at these sites.
TERRORISM RISK: LOW
There haven't been any recent terrorist attacks in Zimbabwe's recent history, but they shouldn't be ruled out. Be aware of your surroundings at all times.
SCAMS RISK: HIGH
Scams are an everyday occurrence in this country. There are a number of scams performed on tourists, and the locals use every situation to try and get money from you. Double-check everything, and negotiate everything in advance. Be careful when taking a taxi and make sure they use the meter or negotiate the ride before getting into the cab.
WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: MEDIUM
Zimbabwe isn't the safest place for a woman to be visiting alone. If you do, be sure to avoid remote streets, both during day and night, and do not flash your belongings or handle money in public. Stay out of the streets at night and be vigilant for any possible dangers at all times.
Visas
Many countries do need a visa to enter Zimbabwe. Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Zimbabwe. If you are not sure about your visa status, visit www.doyouneedvisa.com which will let you know whether or not you need a visa based on your nationality and the country you want to visit.
Currency
The Zimbabwean dollar is the official currency in Zimbabwe. Visa is the preferred card for ATM cash withdrawals, though MasterCard is becoming more and more used and accepted.
Weather
The climate in Zimbabwe varies from region to region. Generally speaking, there are two seasons: a dry season, including a short cool season lasting from May to September when there's very little precipitation; and a rainy season, with heavy rainfall lasting from November to March.
Airports
The Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport, formerly known as the Harare International Airport, is the largest and busiest international airport in Zimbabwe. It is the base of Air Zimbabwe and is located in Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe.
Travel Insurance
Just like anywhere else, we recommend getting travel insurance when traveling to Zimbabwe, since it covers not only the costs of medical problems but also theft and loss of valuables.