Is Windhoek more expensive than Pretoria?

Windhoek is 5.3% cheaper than Pretoria overall. Rent is 16.0% higher, groceries 16.6% more expensive, and restaurants 16.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Pretoria or Windhoek?

Pretoria has a purchasing power index of 96.1 while Windhoek has 69.1 (NYC = 100). Pretoria offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇿🇦 Pretoria vs 🇳🇦 Windhoek

2026

Windhoek is 5.3% cheaper

Category	🇿🇦 Pretoria	🇳🇦 Windhoek	Difference
Cost of Living	43.2	40.9	-5.3%
Rent	12.5	14.5	+16.0%
Groceries	36.7	42.8	+16.6%
Restaurants	33.9	39.6	+16.8%
Purchasing Power	96.1	69.1	-28.1%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

Add your salary for a personalized comparison

See exact tax differences, net income, and savings potential.

980k Salary 1,000k Salary

Explore

🇿🇦 Cost of Living in Pretoria

Explore

🇳🇦 Cost of Living in Windhoek

Explore

🇿🇦 Should I Move to Pretoria?

Explore

🇳🇦 Should I Move to Windhoek?