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Harare

Zimbabwe 🕒 7:41:11 AM (UTC+2 CAT)

Local Highlights

Explore the history, neighborhoods, food, and culture of Harare.

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Wed May 6
28°C / 82°F
Low: 14°C / 57°F
Thu May 7
27°C / 80°F
Low: 17°C / 62°F
Fri May 8
27°C / 81°F
Low: 17°C / 62°F

📊 Core Metrics

Adjusted ⓘ
Rent (1BD)
$364
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
5.0
Moderate
Fixed Internet
25
Broadband (Mbps)
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic models.
Safety & Internet: Sourced from open data initiatives including the Measurement Lab (M-Lab) and public government/NGO safety indices.
Note: Prices and metrics are estimates only and may vary by specific neighborhood or provider.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population1,542,813
  • RegionHarare
  • ClimateTropical
  • Elevation1,494 m

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)60.17 USD
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)75.30 USD
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)20.56 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre411.76 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre315.47 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre986.11 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre722.78 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre84.38 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre36.35 USD

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)1.00 USD
  • Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price)42.50 USD
  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)5.00 USD
  • Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff)3.22 USD
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)5.00 USD
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)1.57 USD
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)20000.00 USD
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)25800.00 USD
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)10.00 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant10.00 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)50.00 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)6.00 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint)1.50 USD
  • Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle)1.83 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)3.11 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle)0.75 USD
  • Bottled Water (12 oz)0.51 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)1.60 USD
  • Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf)0.91 USD
  • White Rice (1 lb)0.87 USD
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)2.08 USD
  • Local Cheese (1 lb)5.56 USD
  • Chicken Fillets (1 lb)2.88 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb)2.92 USD
  • Apples (1 lb)1.35 USD
  • Bananas (1 lb)0.78 USD
  • Oranges (1 lb)0.97 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 lb)0.77 USD
  • Potatoes (1 lb)0.74 USD
  • Onions (1 lb)0.87 USD
  • Lettuce (1 Head)1.09 USD
  • Bottled Water (50 oz)1.04 USD
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)9.50 USD
  • Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle)1.26 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)1.56 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership57.31 USD
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child399.39 USD
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child10750.00 USD
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)24.57 USD
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)38.50 USD
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes42.42 USD

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)20.14 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)23.53 USD
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)391.67 USD