MigrantoCost of living in Zimbabwe
What a month costs, how prices compare with other countries
Monthly cost in Zimbabwe
Spending runs from $46 a month in the poorest fifth to $545 in the richest
Per person, whole country
$123
what a typical person spends in a month
Spending across the population
$46richest 20%
$545
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Key facts
The cost of living in Zimbabwe in numbers
The richest fifth spends 11.8× the poorest
Spending runs from $46 a month in the poorest fifth to $545 in the richest, which is #11 of 185 countries by that gap. A single national average hides a lot here.
How living costs in Zimbabwe compare
Neighbours, region and the world on the same monthly figure
What things cost here
How much the same goods and services cost in Zimbabwe against other countries
No price survey covers this country, so it is not placed on the scale.
Data source: household consumption 2024 (World Bank), price levels (income-anchored estimate), adjusted to 2026 using IMF GDP-per-capita growth
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Cost of living in Zimbabwe
$46/mo
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Take-home
$179
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Potential savings
$133
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Zimbabwe?
A typical person in Zimbabwe spends about $123 a month — around $1,476 a year — on housing, groceries, transport and other everyday costs. It's a nationwide average across different regions, cities and types of housing.
What is the standard of living in Zimbabwe?
By spending, Zimbabwe ranks #145 of 185 countries. A typical person spends about $123 a month, the poorest 20% about $46 and the richest 20% about $545. The gap between them shows how unevenly people live.
How much money do you need to live comfortably in Zimbabwe?
It all depends on your standard of living. A modest budget runs about $46 a month per person, a typical one around $123, and a comfortable life around $187. In big cities and for a family, costs are usually higher.
Is Zimbabwe an expensive country to live in?
No. Zimbabwe is more expensive than 22% of countries worldwide and ranks 21st of 53 in Africa by cost of living.
What currency is used in Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe uses the US Dollar (USD). Amounts on this page are shown in it; the currency switcher converts them.
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