- Cost of Living
- Namibia
- Japan
- Comparison
Cost of living in Namibia compared to Japan
Currency:
| Food | - 41% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Namibia is 41% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 87 N$ (¥764) | ¥1,023 | - 25% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 75 N$ (¥659) | ¥666 | - 1% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 50 N$ (¥437) | ¥508 | - 14% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 19 N$ (¥167) | ¥209 | - 20% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 33 N$ (¥287) | ¥315 | - 9% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 26 N$ (¥229) | ¥840 | - 73% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 58 N$ (¥510) | ¥987 | - 48% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 29 N$ (¥257) | ¥737 | - 65% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 24 N$ (¥211) | ¥374 | - 44% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 16 N$ (¥144) | ¥283 | - 49% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 106 N$ (¥932) | ¥1,567 | - 41% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 20 N$ (¥179) | ¥199 | - 10% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 11 N$ (¥99) | ¥216 | - 54% | |
| Housing | - 23% | |||
| Housing in Namibia is 23% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 18,443 N$ (¥162,207) | ¥233,760 | - 31% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 11,053 N$ (¥97,209) | ¥141,732 | - 31% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 1,250 N$ (¥10,994) | ¥19,576 | - 44% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 9,500 N$ (¥83,554) | ¥131,782 | - 37% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 6,333 N$ (¥55,703) | ¥96,756 | - 42% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 867 N$ (¥7,622) | ¥13,322 | - 43% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 1,010 N$ (¥8,882) | ¥4,129 | + 115% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 8,516 N$ (¥74,896) | ¥57,750 | + 30% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 1,700 N$ (¥14,952) | ¥16,804 | - 11% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 70 N$ (¥613) | ¥789 | - 22% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 90 N$ (¥792) | ¥2,771 | - 71% | |
| Clothes | - 7% | |||
| Clothes in Namibia is 7% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 813 N$ (¥7,147) | ¥7,450 | - 4% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 425 N$ (¥3,738) | ¥3,966 | - 6% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 1,115 N$ (¥9,809) | ¥8,485 | + 16% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 906 N$ (¥7,970) | ¥12,667 | - 37% | |
| Transportation | - 23% | |||
| Transportation in Namibia is 23% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 307,500 N$ (¥2,704,507) | ¥2,446,840 | + 11% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 14 N$ (¥119) | ¥134 | - 11% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 687 N$ (¥6,042) | ¥9,514 | - 36% | |
| Personal Care | - 2% | |||
| Personal Care in Namibia is 2% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 73 N$ (¥638) | ¥1,216 | - 48% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 240 N$ (¥2,111) | ¥998 | + 112% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 800 N$ (¥7,033) | ¥3,785 | + 86% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 34 N$ (¥299) | ¥462 | - 35% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 27 N$ (¥235) | ¥616 | - 62% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 42 N$ (¥369) | ¥489 | - 24% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 32 N$ (¥277) | ¥116 | + 140% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 17 N$ (¥145) | ¥242 | - 40% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 92 N$ (¥808) | ¥3,558 | - 77% | |
| Entertainment | - 39% | |||
| Entertainment in Namibia is 39% cheaper than in Japan | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 290 N$ (¥2,551) | ¥4,603 | - 45% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 134 N$ (¥1,178) | ¥3,473 | - 66% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 300 N$ (¥2,639) | ¥10,390 | - 75% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 507 N$ (¥4,456) | ¥7,389 | - 40% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 45 N$ (¥396) | ¥959 | - 59% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 27 N$ (¥237) | ¥466 | - 49% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 21 N$ (¥182) | ¥561 | - 67% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 8,652 N$ (¥76,091) | ¥53,175 | + 43% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | - | ¥52 | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 520 N$ (¥4,575) | ¥10,820 | - 58% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 50 N$ (¥440) | ¥527 | - 17% | |
| TOTAL | - 28% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 2,604 prices entered by 415 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 24, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Namibia is 28% cheaper than in Japan
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