🇳🇦 Namibia · #391 of 538 cities · 2026

Cost of Living in Windhoek

Affordable — cheaper than 27.3% of cities worldwide

Ranked #391 of 538 cities · More expensive than 27.3% of cities worldwide

Affordable
Cost of Living
Very affordable
Rent
Affordable
Groceries
Moderate
Purchasing Power

Lower index = more affordable

Rent Prices

Rent Prices in Windhoek

Apartment City Centre Outside Centre You Save
1-Bedroom NAD 7,074/mo ≈ $430 NAD 5,306/mo ≈ $323 25%
3-Bedroom NAD 12,323/mo ≈ $749 NAD 9,242/mo ≈ $562 25%
Estimated from rent index. Actual prices vary. · 2026

Cost Indices

Cost of Living
38.3 Affordable
Rent
14.4 Very affordable
Groceries
38.5 Affordable
Restaurants
38.3 Affordable
Purchasing Power
69.6 Moderate

Living in Windhoek: What to Expect

Windhoek is affordable by global standards (ranked #391 of 538 cities), cheaper than 27.3% of cities worldwide.

Groceries are affordable, while dining out is affordable. Rent offers the best value, while Groceries is the priciest.

Local purchasing power is limited — residents can afford fewer goods and services than in most cities.

Similar Cities

How Does Windhoek Compare?

Planning a Move to Windhoek?

Compare cost of living with your current city, or calculate your net salary after tax.

Decision guide
Should I Move to Windhoek?
Rankings
Cheapest Cities in the World

Relocation Toolkit

Trusted services for your move

We may earn a commission if you sign up — at no extra cost to you.