Addis Ababa vs Johannesburg: Cost of Living Compared
Addis Ababa is roughly 51% cheaper overall — about $580 versus $1,174 per month for a single person. A city-centre one-bedroom averages $489 in Johannesburg against $795 in Addis Ababa. Addis Ababa scores higher on safety (42 vs 28/100). Internet is faster in Johannesburg (48 vs 9 Mbps).
City Comparer
Addis AbabaEthiopia
JohannesburgSouth Africa
Addis AbabaJohannesburg
Daily Cost$19/day$39/day
Monthly Cost$580$1,174
Rent$250$400
Safety4228
Healthcare2861
Air Quality5844
Tourist Safety4528
Disaster Risk1218
Winter High75°F61°F
Summer High72°F79°F
Sunny Days280351
Rainy Days10076
Nightlife4250
Food7270
Culture8260
Coffee Culture7042
Veg Friendly5245
Late Night2/63/6
Cleanliness3242
Green Spaces4240
Hiking5555
Beaches015
Surfing05
Skiing00
Diving010
Yoga2230
Running7235
Sports4878
Bikeability1010
Internet9 Mbps48 Mbps
Transit2530
Walkability3822
Cowork Spaces1545
Power Reliability6575
Addis Ababa vs Johannesburg FAQ
Is Addis Ababa or Johannesburg cheaper to live in?
Addis Ababa is cheaper — about $580 per month versus $1,174, roughly 51% less.
Is Addis Ababa or Johannesburg safer?
Addis Ababa scores higher: 42/100 versus 28/100.
Which has faster internet, Addis Ababa or Johannesburg?
Johannesburg — median download speeds are 48 Mbps versus 9 Mbps.
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