Cost of Living in Lusaka, Zambia
Zambia · Southern Africa
Monthly budget from $514 — full breakdown for 2026.
Budget
$514
/mo
Standard
$1,065
/mo
Comfort
$2,410
/mo
Monthly cost breakdown
| Housing | Food | Transport | Leisure | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | $280 | $145 | $32 | $57 | $514/mo |
| Standard | $580 | $280 | $70 | $135 | $1,065/mo |
| Comfort | $1,350 | $530 | $160 | $370 | $2,410/mo |
Data: World Bank, IMF, OECD. Updated daily.
About this city
Southern African hub with Victoria Falls nearby, English-speaking, and growing expat community
Internet: 15 Mbps
Safety: 3.4/5
Nomad score: 3.1/5