- Cost of Living
- Mozambique
- Japan
- Comparison
Cost of living in Mozambique compared to Japan
Currency:
| Food | - 37% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Mozambique is 37% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 683 MT (¥1,201) | ¥1,006 | + 19% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 418 MT (¥736) | ¥711 | + 3% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 212 MT (¥373) | ¥445 | - 16% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 94 MT (¥164) | ¥198 | - 17% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 121 MT (¥213) | ¥270 | - 21% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 82 MT (¥145) | ¥689 | - 79% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 642 MT (¥1,129) | ¥889 | + 27% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 167 MT (¥293) | ¥637 | - 54% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 54 MT (¥95) | ¥430 | - 78% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 70 MT (¥124) | ¥262 | - 53% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 687 MT (¥1,207) | ¥1,549 | - 22% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 73 MT (¥128) | ¥212 | - 40% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 31 MT (¥55) | ¥195 | - 72% | |
| Housing | - 13% | |||
| Housing in Mozambique is 13% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 102,462 MT (¥180,149) | ¥242,113 | - 26% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 49,807 MT (¥87,570) | ¥121,422 | - 28% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 6,325 MT (¥11,121) | ¥21,895 | - 49% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 44,956 MT (¥79,042) | ¥116,929 | - 32% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 21,853 MT (¥38,421) | ¥79,022 | - 51% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 5,680 MT (¥9,987) | ¥12,611 | - 21% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 5,093 MT (¥8,954) | ¥4,156 | + 115% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 35,925 MT (¥63,162) | ¥55,558 | + 14% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 9,766 MT (¥17,171) | ¥16,830 | + 2% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 590 MT (¥1,037) | ¥693 | + 50% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | - | ¥1,827 | - | |
| Clothes | + 6% | |||
| Clothes in Mozambique is 6% more expensive than in Japan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 2,879 MT (¥5,061) | ¥7,207 | - 30% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 3,078 MT (¥5,412) | ¥4,012 | + 35% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 5,183 MT (¥9,112) | ¥8,544 | + 7% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 5,371 MT (¥9,443) | ¥15,007 | - 37% | |
| Transportation | - 34% | |||
| Transportation in Mozambique is 34% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 4,286,770 MT (¥7,537,000) | ¥2,657,440 | + 184% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 64 MT (¥112) | ¥147 | - 24% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 560 MT (¥985) | ¥11,877 | - 92% | |
| Personal Care | - 40% | |||
| Personal Care in Mozambique is 40% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 274 MT (¥482) | ¥1,278 | - 62% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 590 MT (¥1,038) | ¥1,016 | + 2% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 1,235 MT (¥2,171) | ¥4,123 | - 47% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 177 MT (¥312) | ¥630 | - 51% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 175 MT (¥307) | ¥711 | - 57% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 276 MT (¥485) | ¥484 | + 0% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 118 MT (¥208) | ¥145 | + 44% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 83 MT (¥145) | ¥213 | - 32% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 375 MT (¥659) | ¥2,946 | - 78% | |
| Entertainment | - 43% | |||
| Entertainment in Mozambique is 43% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 1,828 MT (¥3,214) | ¥4,119 | - 22% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 513 MT (¥902) | ¥3,373 | - 73% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 501 MT (¥881) | ¥12,005 | - 93% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 3,013 MT (¥5,298) | ¥8,157 | - 35% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 375 MT (¥659) | ¥903 | - 27% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 150 MT (¥264) | ¥498 | - 47% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 147 MT (¥258) | ¥551 | - 53% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 51,952 MT (¥91,341) | ¥49,094 | + 86% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 4.69 MT (¥8) | ¥56 | - 85% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 3,520 MT (¥6,190) | ¥10,056 | - 38% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 137 MT (¥240) | ¥474 | - 49% | |
| TOTAL | - 30% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 2,048 prices entered by 337 different people.
These prices were last updated on January 16, 2019.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Mozambique is 30% cheaper than in Japan
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