Cost of living in Bloemfontein, South Africa compared to Akron, Ohio, United States
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| Food | - 42% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Bloemfontein (South Africa) is 42% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | R 103 ($8) | $13 | - 41% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | R 56 ($4.14) | $7 | - 41% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | R 38 ($2.86) | $4.41 | - 35% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | R 15 ($1.14) | $0.85 | + 34% | |
| 12 eggs, large | R 22 ($1.66) | $2.58 | - 36% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | R 19 ($1.39) | $3.45 | - 60% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | R 58 ($4.30) | $5.74 | - 25% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | R 17 ($1.30) | $3.12 | - 58% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | R 17 ($1.29) | $1.64 | - 21% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | R 16 ($1.20) | $2.75 | - 56% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | R 84 ($6) | $13 | - 52% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | R 16 ($1.23) | $1.83 | - 33% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | R 12 ($0.89) | $1.55 | - 42% | |
| Housing | - 39% | |||
| Housing in Bloemfontein (South Africa) is 39% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | R 7,025 ($523) | $983 | - 47% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | R 4,406 ($328) | $769 | - 57% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | R 1,036 ($77) | $158 | - 51% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | R 7,125 ($531) | $885 | - 40% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | R 3,833 ($286) | $563 | - 49% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | R 963 ($72) | $99 | - 28% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | R 550 ($41) | $32 | + 30% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | R 5,750 ($428) | $356 | + 20% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | R 921 ($69) | $85 | - 19% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | R 88 ($7) | $8 | - 22% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | R 20 ($1.52) | $15 | - 90% | |
| Clothes | - 4% | |||
| Clothes in Bloemfontein (South Africa) is 4% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | R 685 ($51) | $38 | + 35% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | R 421 ($31) | $36 | - 13% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | R 1,083 ($81) | $70 | + 16% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | R 1,050 ($78) | $95 | - 18% | |
| Transportation | - 14% | |||
| Transportation in Bloemfontein (South Africa) is 14% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | R 270,000 ($20,114) | $22,205 | - 9% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | R 14 ($1.02) | $0.61 | + 66% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | R 418 ($31) | $43 | - 28% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | R 120 ($9) | $14 | - 35% | |
| Personal Care | - 27% | |||
| Personal Care in Bloemfontein (South Africa) is 27% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | R 65 ($4.81) | $6 | - 23% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | R 365 ($27) | $11 | + 145% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | R 396 ($30) | $61 | - 52% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | R 40 ($3.00) | $7 | - 56% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | R 25 ($1.88) | $3.06 | - 39% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | R 42 ($3.10) | $4.18 | - 26% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | R 25 ($1.90) | $3.23 | - 41% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | R 12 ($0.92) | $1.43 | - 36% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | R 84 ($6) | $16 | - 60% | |
| Entertainment | - 62% | |||
| Entertainment in Bloemfontein (South Africa) is 62% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | R 234 ($17) | $32 | - 46% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | R 117 ($9) | $19 | - 55% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | R 436 ($32) | $139 | - 77% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | R 414 ($31) | $66 | - 53% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | R 44 ($3.30) | $7 | - 55% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | R 25 ($1.84) | $4.41 | - 58% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | R 27 ($2.02) | $5.01 | - 60% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | R 1,700 ($127) | $433 | - 71% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | R 1.43 ($0.11) | $0.56 | - 81% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | R 418 ($31) | $46 | - 33% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | R 34 ($2.53) | $6 | - 59% | |
| TOTAL | - 37% | |||
This comparison is lacking data. It provides a decent comparison, but it is not yet reliable. It is based on 407 prices entered by 34 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 18, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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USD
/
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Cost of living in Bloemfontein (South Africa) is 37% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require
$2,700
in Akron, Ohio
you would need to make just about $1,688
(R 22,655)
in Bloemfontein.
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