Cost of living in Soweto (South Africa) is 72% cheaper than in New York City (United States)

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TOTAL - 72%
warning WARNING!  This comparison is based on only a few data points. At this point it is only a guess. It is based on 580 prices entered by 151 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 27, 2024. Exchange rate: 0.05258 USD / ZAR
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $14,000 in New York City you would need to make just about $3,957 (R 75,267) in Soweto.

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