Nigeria vs South Africa
South Africa is about 71% pricier than Nigeria overall, with a price level of 41.2 versus 12.1 (US = 100). The gap is widest in health and narrowest in communication. On quality of life, South Africa scores higher (53 vs 32 of 100).
Metric Nigeria South Africa
Price level (US=100) 12.1 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $9,087 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $8,850 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) 33.2% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Nigeria South Africa
Housing & utilities 52 76
Food 100 88
Transport 63 99
Restaurants & hotels 50 60
Health 33 76
Communication 67 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Nigeria South Africa
Quality-of-life score 32/100 53/100
Life expectancy 55 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 15.7 43.7
Internet users 41% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Nigeria more expensive than South Africa?
South Africa is more expensive: about 71% pricier than Nigeria overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Nigeria would cost roughly $340,500 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Nigeria or South Africa?
South Africa scores higher, 53 vs 32 out of 100.
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