Colombia vs South Africa
South Africa is about 13% pricier than Colombia overall, with a price level of 41.2 versus 36.0 (US = 100). The gap is widest in health and narrowest in restaurants & hotels. On quality of life, Colombia scores higher (72 vs 53 of 100).
Metric Colombia South Africa
Price level (US=100) 36.0 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $22,349 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $21,890 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) 6.6% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Colombia South Africa
Housing & utilities 58 76
Food 79 88
Transport 70 99
Restaurants & hotels 67 60
Health 36 76
Communication 65 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Colombia South Africa
Quality-of-life score 72/100 53/100
Life expectancy 78 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 24.9 43.7
Internet users 79% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Colombia more expensive than South Africa?
South Africa is more expensive: about 13% pricier than Colombia overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Colombia would cost roughly $114,500 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Colombia or South Africa?
Colombia scores higher, 72 vs 53 out of 100.
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