Durban, South Africa

In 2026, a single person living in Durban needs approximately ZAR 20,090/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around ZAR 39,488/month. Durban is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Durban costs approximately ZAR 10,972/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around ZAR 20,847/month. Rent has changed +4% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Durban are approximately ZAR 4,937 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Durban costs ZAR 933 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Durban average ZAR 2,194 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Durban is located in South Africa (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of ZAR 10,972/month and total single-person expenses around ZAR 20,090/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Durban costs approximately ZAR 132 in 2026. Budget around ZAR 1,053/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Durban from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 24.7% over this period (from ZAR 8,800 in 2022 to ZAR 10,972 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Durban in 2026, a single person needs approximately ZAR 20,090/month. This covers rent (ZAR 10,972), groceries (ZAR 4,937), transport (ZAR 933), utilities (ZAR 2,194) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around ZAR 39,488/month.