Places · Zambia
The best places to live in Zambia
Arcadia scores 6 places in Zambia, from Kitwe at about $800 a month to Livingstone at about $1,100. 1 are in the mountains. The climate is mostly tropical. Across the country the typical ratings are safety 3/5, healthcare 2/5 and internet 3/5.
The standouts in Zambia
Cheapest, safest and best connected are within the 6 places Arcadia scores in Zambia, not the whole country.
All 6 places in Zambia
Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in Zambia?
Across the 6 places Arcadia scores in Zambia the median is about $900 a month for one person, from Kitwe at around $800 to Livingstone at around $1,100. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included, not quotes.
What is the cheapest place to live in Zambia?
Kitwe, at about $800 a month. It is the cheapest of the 6 places Arcadia scores in Zambia, which is not the same as the cheapest in the country.
Which place in Zambia has the best internet?
Lusaka, rated 3 out of 5. The typical rating across the 6 places is 3 out of 5.
How safe are the places Arcadia scores in Zambia?
The typical safety rating is 3 out of 5, and the highest-rated is Livingstone. These are broad country-level estimates meant for comparing places, not local advice for a particular street or moment.
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