Places · Namibia
The best places to live in Namibia
Arcadia scores 5 places in Namibia, from Walvis Bay at about $1,050 a month to Swakopmund at about $1,350. 3 are by the sea, 2 are in the mountains. The climate is mostly desert. Across the country the typical ratings are safety 3/5, healthcare 3/5 and internet 3/5.
The standouts in Namibia
Cheapest, safest and best connected are within the 5 places Arcadia scores in Namibia, not the whole country.
All 5 places in Namibia
Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in Namibia?
Across the 5 places Arcadia scores in Namibia the median is about $1,200 a month for one person, from Walvis Bay at around $1,050 to Swakopmund at around $1,350. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included, not quotes.
What is the cheapest place to live in Namibia?
Walvis Bay, at about $1,050 a month. It is the cheapest of the 5 places Arcadia scores in Namibia, which is not the same as the cheapest in the country.
Which place in Namibia has the best internet?
Walvis Bay, rated 4 out of 5. The typical rating across the 5 places is 3 out of 5.
How safe are the places Arcadia scores in Namibia?
The typical safety rating is 3 out of 5, and the highest-rated is Windhoek. These are broad country-level estimates meant for comparing places, not local advice for a particular street or moment.
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