Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in São Tomé and Príncipe is 4.83 times less expensive as compared to Tanzania.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between São Tomé and Príncipe and Tanzania. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between São Tomé and Príncipe and Tanzania.
We always try to give you the latest data, but sometimes mistakes might occur. If you think some content on our site is not updated, please let us know by emailing us at: info.comparedoo@gmail.com
 Indicators  | São Tomé and Príncipe  | Tanzania  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 1,500 STN (66 USD) | 500,000 TZS (200 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 2,500 STN (110 USD) | 800,000 TZS (320 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 3,500 STN (154 USD) | 1,200,000 TZS (480 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,000 STN (44 USD) | 300,000 TZS (120 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,800 STN (79.20 USD) | 500,000 TZS (200 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 2,500 STN (110 USD) | 800,000 TZS (320 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 1.2 % | 12 % |
Realtor Commission  | 2 % | 1.5 % |
Property Taxes  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in São Tomé and Príncipe is 2.91 times less expensive than Tanzania.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 3,000 STN (132 USD) | 2,000,000 TZS (800 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 100 STN (4.40 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 90 STN (3.96 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 82.72% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in São Tomé and Príncipe costs 6.06 times less compared to Tanzania.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 50 STN (2.20 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 40 STN (1.76 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 30 STN (1.32 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 82.00% less in São Tomé and Príncipe compared to Tanzania.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 4 STN (0.18 USD) | 2,500 TZS (1 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 2 STN (0.09 USD) | 2,000 TZS (0.80 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 1 STN (0.04 USD) | 500 TZS (0.20 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 1.50 STN (0.07 USD) | 1,000 TZS (0.40 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 3 STN (0.13 USD) | 1,500 TZS (0.60 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 10 STN (0.44 USD) | 6,000 TZS (2.40 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 15 STN (0.66 USD) | 4,000 TZS (1.60 USD) |
In São Tomé and Príncipe, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 7.58 times less expensive than the cost in Tanzania.
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 77.06% less for Groceries.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 4 STN (0.18 USD) | 3,000 TZS (1.20 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 3 STN (0.13 USD) | 1,500 TZS (0.60 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 3.50 STN (0.15 USD) | 2,500 TZS (1 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 3 STN (0.13 USD) | 2,000 TZS (0.80 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 2.50 STN (0.11 USD) | 1,500 TZS (0.60 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 5 STN (0.22 USD) | 3,000 TZS (1.20 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 3 STN (0.13 USD) | 1,500 TZS (0.60 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 4 STN (0.18 USD) | 2,500 TZS (1 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 5.68 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 12 STN (0.53 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 35 STN (1.54 USD) | 40,000 TZS (16 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 8 STN (0.35 USD) | 5,000 TZS (2 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 3 STN (0.13 USD) | 1,500 TZS (0.60 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 2 STN (0.09 USD) | 1,000 TZS (0.40 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 15 STN (0.66 USD) | 8,000 TZS (3.20 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 12 STN (0.53 USD) | 6,000 TZS (2.40 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 8 STN (0.35 USD) | 4,000 TZS (1.60 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 86.16% less in São Tomé and Príncipe compared to Tanzania.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 15 STN (0.66 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 6 STN (0.26 USD) | 5,000 TZS (2 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 4 STN (0.18 USD) | 2,000 TZS (0.80 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 6 STN (0.26 USD) | 3,000 TZS (1.20 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 20 STN (0.88 USD) | 15,000 TZS (6 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 30 STN (1.32 USD) | 25,000 TZS (10 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 7.86 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 2 STN (0.09 USD) | 500 TZS (0.20 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | Yet to Update () | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 200 STN (8.80 USD) | 250,000 TZS (100 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 5 STN (0.22 USD) | 2,000 TZS (0.80 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 2 STN (0.09 USD) | 1,000 TZS (0.40 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 50 STN (2.20 USD) | 60,000 TZS (24 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 5 STN (0.22 USD) | 1,000 TZS (0.40 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 3 STN (0.13 USD) | 500 TZS (0.20 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 9.59 times less for transportation.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 20,000 STN (880 USD) | 15,000,000 TZS (6,000 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 300 STN (13.20 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 50 STN (2.20 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 500 STN (22 USD) | 200,000 TZS (80 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 150 STN (6.60 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 8 % | 15 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 5 STN (0.22 USD) | 2,500 TZS (1 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 18 STN (0.79 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 6.64 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in São Tomé and Príncipe compared to that of Tanzania.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 100 STN (4.40 USD) | 80,000 TZS (32 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 60,000 TZS (24 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 40 STN (1.76 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 70,000 TZS (28 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 250 STN (11 USD) | 70,000 TZS (28 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 120 STN (5.28 USD) | 150,000 TZS (60 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 40 STN (1.76 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 25 STN (1.10 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 15 STN (0.66 USD) | 5,000 TZS (2 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 200 STN (8.80 USD) | 150,000 TZS (60 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 150 STN (6.60 USD) | 300,000 TZS (120 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 7.49 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 200 STN (8.80 USD) | 300,000 TZS (120 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 100 STN (4.40 USD) | 100,000 TZS (40 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 30 STN (1.32 USD) | 25,000 TZS (10 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 120 STN (5.28 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Haircuts  | 25 STN (1.10 USD) | 15,000 TZS (6 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 5 STN (0.22 USD) | 5,000 TZS (2 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 2 STN (0.09 USD) | 2,000 TZS (0.80 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 8.43 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 150 STN (6.60 USD) | 200,000 TZS (80 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 50 STN (2.20 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 100 STN (4.40 USD) | 80,000 TZS (32 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 40,000 TZS (16 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 500 STN (22 USD) | 600,000 TZS (240 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 80,000 TZS (32 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 60,000 TZS (24 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 100 STN (4.40 USD) | 100,000 TZS (40 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 90 STN (3.96 USD) | 100,000 TZS (40 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 70 STN (3.08 USD) | 70,000 TZS (28 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 70,000 TZS (28 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 15 STN (0.66 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 20 STN (0.88 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 8 STN (0.35 USD) | 2,000 TZS (0.80 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 8 STN (0.35 USD) | 2,000 TZS (0.80 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 150 STN (6.60 USD) | 80,000 TZS (32 USD) |
Sportswear  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 40,000 TZS (16 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 8.72 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 40 STN (1.76 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 50 STN (2.20 USD) | 40,000 TZS (16 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 600 STN (26.40 USD) | 100,000 TZS (40 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 500 STN (22 USD) | 80,000 TZS (32 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 30 STN (1.32 USD) | 40,000 TZS (16 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 250 STN (11 USD) | 200,000 TZS (80 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 150 STN (6.60 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 250 STN (11 USD) | 100,000 TZS (40 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 3.22 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 900 STN (39.60 USD) | 120,000 TZS (48 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 1,200 STN (52.80 USD) | 200,000 TZS (80 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 1,500 STN (66 USD) | 250,000 TZS (100 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 2,000 STN (88 USD) | 500,000 TZS (200 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 2,500 STN (110 USD) | 1,200,000 TZS (480 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 3,000 STN (132 USD) | 2,000,000 TZS (800 USD) |
After School Activities  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 250 STN (11 USD) | 80,000 TZS (32 USD) |
Tutoring  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 40,000 TZS (16 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
School Supplies  | 40 STN (1.76 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 3.53 times less for school and education.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 10 STN (0.44 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 20 STN (0.88 USD) | 25,000 TZS (10 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 30 STN (1.32 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 40 STN (1.76 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 70 STN (3.08 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 40 STN (1.76 USD) | 40,000 TZS (16 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 10 STN (0.44 USD) | 5,000 TZS (2 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 15 STN (0.66 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 25 STN (1.10 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
Bowling  | 15 STN (0.66 USD) | 10,000 TZS (4 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 10 STN (0.44 USD) | 15,000 TZS (6 USD) |
Video Games  | 40 STN (1.76 USD) | 150,000 TZS (60 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 15 STN (0.66 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 25 STN (1.10 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 400 STN (17.60 USD) | 150,000 TZS (60 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 7.19 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 200 STN (8.80 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 150 STN (6.60 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Art Classes  | 30 STN (1.32 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 20 STN (0.88 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 50 STN (2.20 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 50 STN (2.20 USD) | 40,000 TZS (16 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 15 STN (0.66 USD) | 5,000 TZS (2 USD) |
Educational Software  | 120 STN (5.28 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, instead of Tanzania, you would have to pay 3.51 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 3,000 STN (132 USD) | 1,000,000 TZS (400 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 2,000 STN (88 USD) | 750,000 TZS (300 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 33.33 STN per hour (1.47 USD) | 20,000 TZS per hour (8 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 800 STN (35.20 USD) | 100,000 TZS (40 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 15 % | 0 to 18 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 5 % | 10 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 50 | 35 |
Median Household Income  | 2,000 STN (88 USD) | 800,000 TZS (320 USD) |
If you lived in São Tomé and Príncipe, you would earn 3.10 times less salary as compared to Tanzania.
Indicators | São Tomé and Príncipe | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 100 STN (4.40 USD) | 50,000 TZS (20 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 80 STN (3.52 USD) | 40,000 TZS (16 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 60 STN (2.64 USD) | 30,000 TZS (12 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 50 STN (2.20 USD) | 20,000 TZS (8 USD) |
Professional Services cost 4.39 times less in São Tomé and Príncipe, as compared to Tanzania.
We hope you enjoyed the detailed guide on the cost of living comparsion between São Tomé and Príncipe and Tanzania.
For more side-by-side comparsion between Countries, States and Cities, you can use the search box above or click the links below.
The Comparedoo.com family sincerely appreciates your time with us. We look forward to seeing you on our other pages.
