Norway vs South Africa
Norway is about 52% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 86.3 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in restaurants & hotels and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Norway scores higher (98 vs 53 of 100).
Metric Norway South Africa
Price level (US=100) 86.3 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $102,038 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $106,830 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) 3.1% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Norway South Africa
Housing & utilities 179 76
Food 175 88
Transport 186 99
Restaurants & hotels 220 60
Health 204 76
Communication 226 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Norway South Africa
Quality-of-life score 98/100 53/100
Life expectancy 83 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.7 43.7
Internet users 99% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Norway more expensive than South Africa?
Norway is more expensive: about 52% pricier than South Africa overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Norway would cost roughly $47,500 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Norway or South Africa?
Norway scores higher, 98 vs 53 out of 100.
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