Poland vs South Africa
Poland is about 17% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 49.7 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in health and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Poland scores higher (90 vs 53 of 100).
Metric Poland South Africa
Price level (US=100) 49.7 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $51,263 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $49,540 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) 3.8% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Poland South Africa
Housing & utilities 55 76
Food 85 88
Transport 103 99
Restaurants & hotels 98 60
Health 46 76
Communication 65 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Poland South Africa
Quality-of-life score 90/100 53/100
Life expectancy 78 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.8 43.7
Internet users 89% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Poland more expensive than South Africa?
Poland is more expensive: about 17% pricier than South Africa overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Poland would cost roughly $83,000 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Poland or South Africa?
Poland scores higher, 90 vs 53 out of 100.
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