Australia vs South Africa
Australia is about 55% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 90.9 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Australia scores higher (96 vs 53 of 100).
Metric Australia South Africa
Price level (US=100) 90.9 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $72,111 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $69,600 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) 3.2% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Australia South Africa
Housing & utilities 257 76
Food 148 88
Transport 136 99
Restaurants & hotels 187 60
Health 194 76
Communication 115 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Australia South Africa
Quality-of-life score 96/100 53/100
Life expectancy 83 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.9 43.7
Internet users 96% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Australia more expensive than South Africa?
Australia is more expensive: about 55% pricier than South Africa overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Australia would cost roughly $45,500 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Australia or South Africa?
Australia scores higher, 96 vs 53 out of 100.
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