South Africa vs Switzerland
Switzerland is about 62% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 109.4 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in restaurants & hotels and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Switzerland scores higher (97 vs 53 of 100).
Metric South Africa Switzerland
Price level (US=100) 41.2 109.4
GDP / capita (PPP) $15,456 $96,498
GNI / capita (PPP) $15,150 $91,110
Inflation (YoY) 4.4% 1.1%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category South Africa Switzerland
Housing & utilities 76 287
Food 88 193
Transport 99 170
Restaurants & hotels 60 228
Health 76 225
Communication 76 189
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric South Africa Switzerland
Quality-of-life score 53/100 97/100
Life expectancy 66 yrs 84 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 43.7 0.6
Internet users 78% 97%
Frequently asked
Is South Africa more expensive than Switzerland?
Switzerland is more expensive: about 62% pricier than South Africa overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Switzerland?
Living the way $100,000 buys in South Africa would cost roughly $265,500 in Switzerland, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, South Africa or Switzerland?
Switzerland scores higher, 97 vs 53 out of 100.
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