South Africa vs Spain
Spain is about 33% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 61.9 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in food. On quality of life, Spain scores higher (97 vs 53 of 100).
Metric South Africa Spain
Price level (US=100) 41.2 61.9
GDP / capita (PPP) $15,456 $57,965
GNI / capita (PPP) $15,150 $57,670
Inflation (YoY) 4.4% 2.8%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category South Africa Spain
Housing & utilities 76 148
Food 88 114
Transport 99 131
Restaurants & hotels 60 111
Health 76 123
Communication 76 146
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric South Africa Spain
Quality-of-life score 53/100 97/100
Life expectancy 66 yrs 84 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 43.7 0.7
Internet users 78% 96%
Frequently asked
Is South Africa more expensive than Spain?
Spain is more expensive: about 33% pricier than South Africa overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Spain?
Living the way $100,000 buys in South Africa would cost roughly $150,000 in Spain, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, South Africa or Spain?
Spain scores higher, 97 vs 53 out of 100.
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