Places · South Africa
The best places to live in South Africa
Arcadia scores 19 places in South Africa, from George (SA) at about $1,050 a month to Franschhoek at about $1,500. 8 are by the sea, 17 are in the mountains. The climate is mostly mediterranean. Across the country the typical ratings are safety 2/5, healthcare 3/5 and internet 3/5.
The standouts in South Africa
Cheapest, safest and best connected are within the 19 places Arcadia scores in South Africa, not the whole country.
All 19 places in South Africa
Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in South Africa?
Across the 19 places Arcadia scores in South Africa the median is about $1,300 a month for one person, from George (SA) at around $1,050 to Franschhoek at around $1,500. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included, not quotes.
What is the cheapest place to live in South Africa?
George (SA), at about $1,050 a month. It is the cheapest of the 19 places Arcadia scores in South Africa, which is not the same as the cheapest in the country.
Which place in South Africa has the best internet?
Cape Town, rated 4 out of 5. The typical rating across the 19 places is 3 out of 5.
How safe are the places Arcadia scores in South Africa?
The typical safety rating is 2 out of 5, and the highest-rated is Johannesburg. These are broad country-level estimates meant for comparing places, not local advice for a particular street or moment.
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